Recreation While on the Mend: In Hospitals and at Home

Recreation While On The Mend: In Hospitals And At Home is a comprehensive guide to engaging in recreational activities while recovering from an illness or injury. Written by Ruth Garber Ehlers, a certified therapeutic recreation specialist, the book offers practical advice and tips for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.The book covers a range of topics, including the benefits of recreation for physical and mental health, the different types of recreational activities that can be enjoyed in hospitals and at home, and strategies for adapting activities to accommodate physical limitations.Ehlers also provides detailed information on specific recreational activities, such as art therapy, music therapy, and pet therapy, and includes case studies and real-life examples to illustrate the benefits of these activities.Throughout the book, Ehlers emphasizes the importance of individualized care and tailoring recreational activities to meet the unique needs and interests of each patient. She also provides guidance on working with healthcare professionals to incorporate recreation into a patient's overall treatment plan.Overall, Recreation While On The Mend is an informative and practical resource for anyone looking to incorporate recreation into their recovery process.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.