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Table of Contents

Message from the TRO 2016 Conference Co-chairs 3 Message from the TRO President 4 Message from the London, ON Mayor 5 TRO Conference Planning Committee 6 Wednesday May 31, 2017: At-a-Glance 7 Wednesday Key Note Speaker – Jennie Wells 8 Wednesday sessions 9-17 Annual General Meeting Information 18 Wednesday Awards Dinner & Social 18 Thursday June 1, 2017: At-a-Glance 19 Thursday Keynote Speaker – John Davidson 20 Thursday Sessions 21-35 Rise & Shine ReCreate Sessions 36 Thursday Social 37 Friday June 2, 2017: At-a-Glance 38 Friday Sessions 39-49 PCCs or CEU’s 50 Hotel Information 51 Conference Registration 52 Sponsorship Information 53

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Welcome to London where we invite you to be ….. London’s TR Conference Planning Committee is thrilled to host the TRO Conference for a third time in eighteen years. Our theme, “Strong and Free” was picked for a few reasons including the fact that it is Canada’s 150th birthday celebration this year and we are 18 years strong as an organization. The word “leisure” comes from the Greek language meaning to be free as well. What a better way to celebrate the amazing work we do every day with the populations we are dedicated to. London is a great city to come to and what an amazing way to continue on our TR journey together through having the opportunity to learn new things, have a chance to reconnect, a chance to recreate and a chance to enjoy our accomplishments as we strive to gather best practices and share our expertise with each other. We are so grateful to the dedicated individuals, from a variety of settings throughout London and surrounding area, who have put their heart and soul into planning this conference for you. Thank you to each and every one of you for your efforts, your creativity and your love for TR. The conference planning committee has been working hard to make this not only an informative conference through a variety of sessions targeting several different populations, but also through memorable moments with our recreate sessions and the opportunity to reconnect and network through a variety of amazing social opportunities. Some of the features we would like to unveil include:

• A broad range of presentations have been selected

• Our keynote speakers have amazing stories to tell

• John Davidson - fierce advocate for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and his journey across Canada with his son Jesse

• Dr. Jennie Wells - a strong supporter for TR professionals - “Before pills” is her motto

• The interactive AGM will occur on Wednesday afternoon

• Awards will be shared at the Dinner (included with your conference fee) on Wednesday night

• The Poster Presentations, Tradeshow and Silent Auction will be held on Thursday

• Socials will be amazing, whether they be on-site or off-site, all will be celebrated with a true “Canadiana flare”

We look forward to being “Strong and Free” with you in London, Ontario. Judy Beitz and Bev Farrell (judy.beitz@sjhc.london.on.ca and beverly.farrell@sjhc.london.on.ca) 2017 Conference Co-Chairs

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Message from TRO President

President’s Greeting for TRO Conference 2017 in London, Ontario

Hello and on behalf of the TRO Board and TRO staff, welcome to the 2017 TRO Conference in London,

Ontario! I am excited to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday with all my TRO friends as the theme for this year’s

conference. When I think of Canada, I think our country has been here forever! But really, it is very young

compared to other countries around the world. And yet, we are still an important part of the world. People look

to us for our natural resources. Countries look to us as heroes during their war times. We are viewed as

friendly, welcoming and someone with whom everyone wants to have a relationship. The same can be said for

Recreation Therapy. We are very young in terms of a profession, yet I feel we have been around forever.

Although we are young, we are still an important part of the teams that we work on and we are both welcomed

and appreciated by our patients/clients/residents and families. We need to keep this in mind as we elevate our

profession across the province. This past year, we have had the opportunity to present information about

Recreation Therapy to key stakeholders in the province such as the Assistant Deputy Minister of Health,

Denise Cole, and to a variety of LHINs. We continue to talk about the value of Recreation Therapy to the

people we work with and how we fit into the teams in hospitals, LTC and the community. Because we are

young, there are still many people who are not aware of Recreation Therapy so we must continue to educate

as best we can. I thank all of you for the work you do and the value you bring to our profession.

I’d like to thank the dedicated volunteers on the organizing committee in London for all their hard work over the

last year and a half. It is members such as you that keep our association strong and moving forward. A special

note of thanks is extended to the co-chairs, Judy Beitz and Bev Farrell for their leadership of the conference

committee. The education our members receive at this annual conference is key to developing and elevating

our profession. So thank you for all that you have done. Thank you also to the many volunteers who have

come together and done the work leading up to and during this conference. Your dedication is greatly

appreciated.

I would like to connect with as many conference attendees as possible while in London. Please look for me

and introduce yourself. I look forward to attending the many sessions being offered and am excited to have

new program ideas and best practices to bring back to my practice.

Enjoy the conference! Sue Verrilli, R/TRO President

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May 31 - June 2, 2017

Annual Therapeutic Recreation Ontario Conference

Dear attendees and organizers,

On behalf of City Council, welcome and thank you for choosing London to host your annual conference.

Recreation therapists promote independence and educate individuals about skills and resources for leisure activities. This is vital for people with physical, cognitive, emotional and social limitations to discover their potential and improve their overall quality of life.

Thank you to the organizers of this conference for all of their hard work in making it a success. If you are able to pull yourself away, I encourage you to eat at London’s exceptional restaurants, take a walk through our beautiful parks and visit the unique shops that make up our downtown.

Please enjoy your stay, the conference and our London. We hope you will visit again soon.

Sincerely,

Mayor Matt Brown

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2017 TRO London Planning Committee

Co-Chairs of the 2017 TRO Conference Judy Beitz & Bev Farrell

Facilities

Mena Martin, Jeff Gall and Laura Veenstra

Program

Breanne Carr, April Zehr,Nadia Andretta-Whelan and Kim de Nijs

Marketing and Sponsorship

Lisa Joworski, Nicole Devereaux, Katie Berkelmans, Cheryl Gilmour and Deb Lines

Volunteers

Tichelle Schram, Michelle Dawson, Amy Gillard

Social Lisa Coleman, Leah Taplay, Stephen Barkley

and Debbie Slaats

Registration Kellie Barker, Quincy Stokley, Katherine Plested

and Amy Bennett

Ex-officio: Rozalyn Werner-Arcé

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Tuesday May 30, 2017

7:00 - 9:00 REGISTRATION DESK OPEN

Wednesday May 31, 2017 Look at a Glance

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017

7:30-10:00 REGISTRATION

10:00-10:15 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

10:15-11:15 KEYNOTE: Dr. Jennie Wells

11:30-12:30 LUNCH

12:45-2:15 W1 Identifying & Overcoming

Barriers to Writing for Publication

W2 Laughter Yoga is the Best Medicine

W3 Equity Versus Equality

in Therapeutic Recreation Practice

W4 Man’s Search for Meaning in the Transition to Retirement

2:15 -2:30 BREAK

2:30-4:00 TRO UPDATE & AGM

4:15-5:15 W5 Sharing Your Experience

through TRPR: Journal of TRO

W6 Improving the Quality of Life for Residents

with Dysphagia

W7 Quality

Improvement Project:

Individualized Care Planning

W8 Having a Ball:

FUNctional Fitness

W9 Empowering Dementia Day Program Clients Through Photo Voice

6:30 -11:00 DINNER, AWARDS AND SOCIAL

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Jennie Wells MSc, MD, FRCPC, FACP “Before Pills”

Dr. Wells is a strong advocate for Therapeutic Recreation practice. This session will enlighten you with the latest research into ways of keeping our brains healthy through leisure, exercise and other lifestyle choices. The prevalence of dementia is increasing at an alarming rate. By 2050 in North America there will be a new diagnosis every 30 seconds if nothing else changes. TR professionals have the ability and power to make a difference in helping to reduce risk factors. The time to act is now! Dr. Wells is the Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine and associate professor in the Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry of Western University. Dr. Wells graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, completing her Internal Medicine residency at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia in 1994. After Geriatric Medicine

Subspecialty Residency at the University of Western Ontario, she continued at the University of Western Ontario as faculty in the Division of Geriatric Medicine. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will understand the future impact of dementia on the health care system. 2. Participants will learn how our life habits can prevent, delay, and slow Alzheimer Disease. 3. Participants will be able to identify what the latest research says about prevention.

PCC’s: Evaluation TR & Community Practice TR & Research Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW ADV IMP Please note PCC approval are currently pending.

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.

Session Title: W1 - Identifying and Overcoming Barriers to Writing for Publication Facilitators: Kimberly Lyons Session Description: In past TRO conference sessions hosted by members of the Therapeutic Recreation Practice and Research (TRPR) - Journal of TRO team, TR practitioners have identified multiple barriers to writing for publication including fear, not knowing where or how to start, perceived lack of writing skills, time, funding, resources, ethics, and lack of support from management. In this session Kimberly Lyons, Editor of TRPR - Journal of TRO, will guide an exploration of these barriers and the group, together, will discuss ways to overcome them so that practitioners may contribute to the ongoing development of the TR profession through the TRPR - Journal of TRO. Recommendations gleaned from TRPR team research will also be offered. This session will focus on advocating for the development of the TR profession through practitioner contribution to research and writing. TR PPL's and management are encouraged to attend. It is recommended that, if possible, participants also register for our 'Sharing your TR experiences through TRPR - Journal of TRO' session for optimum understanding and ability to advocate for themselves in regards to writing and publication. Learning Objectives:

1. By the end of the session, participants will be able to list and describe 5 barriers to sharing knowledge through writing and publication.

2. By the end of the session, participants will be able to list 5 ways that they can potentially overcome barriers to sharing knowledge through writing and publication.

3. By the end of the session, participants, including practitioners and educators, will have formed a draft plan to take to their team to discuss and advocate the importance of writing for publication in the TR literature.

PCC’s: Documentation Evaluation TR & Community Practice TR & Research Professional Development Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.

Session Title: W2 - Laughter Yoga is the Best Medicine -SOLD OUT Facilitators: Kellie Halligan and Erin Langiano Session Description: Laughter Yoga is a unique concept that can benefit any population. It combines yoga breathing techniques with laughter exercises. Please join Erin and Kellie (both Certified Laughter Yoga Leaders), and discover the benefits of adding more laughter to your life and to the lives of your clients. Laughter Yoga is based on scientific fact that the body cannot differentiate between natural or simulated laughter. Within our session, participants will develop a better understanding of the health benefits, the concepts, and the theories behind laughter yoga practice. During our session you will have the opportunity to participate in a 30-minute laughter yoga session which will include a gentle warm-up, laughter exercises, yoga breathing, and conclude with a laughter meditation. We will share our recent study findings and discuss the impact laughter yoga has had with our clients. We are looking forward to laughing with you all. Hohohahaha! Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to identify key components and theories of laughter yoga. 2. Participants will actively participate in a laughter yoga session for 30 minutes. 3. Participants will be able to identify benefits discovered through research implemented with individuals

living in LTC with mental illness at ROP. PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development Evaluation Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.

Session Title: W3 - Equity versus Equality in Therapeutic Recreation Practice Facilitators: Brianna Brown Session Description: This area of the presentation is laid out in a case study. The presenter had the opportunity to work with a population that has not commonly been offered therapeutic recreation services (foster care), but has shown to benefit greatly from receiving services. This caused the presenter to consider what populations are not being serviced, but would benefit greatly from services. This plays into profession advancement by exploring potential population groups and considering how therapeutic recreation can grow to meet the needs of these potential population groups. The main theoretical concepts that this presentation will be focused on are the concepts of equality versus equity, and psychological schemas and social history. Equity versus equality is an important debate in terms of therapeutic recreation practice. This is the idea of whether each client receives the same time, services, programming, and/or resources (equality) or if each client receives the time, service, programming, and/or resources that they need despite what others may receive (equity). This concept is important to ensure that practitioners maintain the highest level of service for their clients. It is important for practitioners to understand whether equity or equality is the best practice for their clients, but also which concept is a better fit for the organization they are involved with. Learning Objectives:

1. By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify 5 benefits of therapeutic recreation in foster care.

2. By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify 1 potential population who could benefit from TR services.

3. By the end of the session, participants will be able to discuss the use of equity and/or equality in their agencies.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery Evaluation TR & Community Practice Theoretical Foundations Diagnostic Groupings & Populations Being Served Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADM ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.

Session Title: W4 - Man’s Search for Meaning in the Transition to Retirement Facilitators: Dr. Marnin J. Heisel Session Description: Older men have high rates of suicide and the older adult population is growing rapidly. Innovative approaches are needed to enhance psychological resiliency and well-being (Heisel & Duberstein, 2016). With funding from Movember Canada, we have developed and are testing a 12-session, Meaning-Centred Men’s Group (MCMG) intervention that aims to enhance camaraderie and well-being among men facing the transition to retirement. Participants include community-residing, cognitively-intact men, 55 years or older, who plan to, are in the process of, or have recently retired, and are concerned about that transition or are looking to enhance their sense of fulfillment. Our group intervention draws on theory and research identifying a positive role for the recognition of Meaning in Life (MIL) in contributing to psychological well-being and reducing suicide risk (Heisel & Flett, 2014, 2016). This presentation will summarize findings from this on-going study, including controlled analyses comparing MCMG with a weekly Current-Events Discussion Group, and discuss the need for interventions designed to promote mental health and well-being in the context of life transitions. Learning Objectives:

1. To briefly summarize the epidemiology of suicide in later life and findings from intervention research.

2. To describe a novel, group intervention designed to enhance psychological resiliency and prevent the onset of suicide risk in community-residing men facing retirement and present preliminary study findings.

PCC’s: Professional Development Theoretical Foundations Diagnostic Groupings and Populations Being-Served NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Session Title: W5 - Sharing Your Experience Through TRPR: Journal of TRO Facilitators: Kimberly Lyons Session Description: The editor of Therapeutic Recreation: Practice and Research (TRPR) - Journal of TRO, will present on the TRPR Journal and will explore the process of writing and submitting your innovative work! In this session, the importance of sharing knowledge, connecting with others within the field of TR, and contributing to practice through the use of the Journal will be discussed. This session will include dialogical activities that will engage individuals in reflecting on their practice, writing skills, and various writing formats. The journal welcomes research and/or practice papers and encourages authors to be creative while also providing knowledge of practice. Please note: attendance to this session does not commit you to submitting to the TRPR Journal, it is simply a way to provide space for discussion around the importance of the journal and to demystify the stigma around research and paper writing. Learning Objectives:

1. By the end of the session, participants will be able to describe the TRPR Journal of TRO and its purpose (i.e., share knowledge, contribute to practice, connect with colleagues).

2. By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify 3 different ways to write and share their knowledge including creative and traditional methods (i.e., poetry, screenplay, formal research paper).

3. By the end of the session, participants will have reflected on an area of their practice (i.e., an innovative program, practice, or intervention they've developed; a TR related issue or topic of importance to them) that they feel warrants sharing through writing for the ongoing development of TR.

PCC’s: Documentation Evaluation TR & Community Practice TR & Research Professional Development Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Session Title: W6 - Improving the Quality of Life for Residents with Dysphagia Facilitators: Jenifer Ashby and Jennifer Wong Session Description: At Sunnybrook’s Veteran’s Centre recreation therapy (RecT) offers specialized programming to promote recreation in order to enhance the lives of the residents. Various programs offer food and/or liquids in a casual way to support socialization, interpersonal connections and normalcy in an institutional setting. Unfortunately, residents requiring modified diet textures or thickened liquids due to swallowing difficulty are often excluded due to safety concerns and a lack of dysphagia-friendly alternatives. Speech-language pathology (SLP) identified that approximately 25% of the Veterans Centre population requires a modified fluid consistency and diet texture. This presentation will focus on collaborative interventions by RecT and SLP to make existing programs more inclusive and accessible to residents with dysphagia. We will demonstrate how simple adaptations to existing programs can increase resident participation for almost all and thus improve quality of life. These programs include a coffee and tea cart, an ice cream cart, and unit thickening stations. Learning Objectives:

1. Comprehend the impacts of dysphagia on participation and quality of life. 2. Recognize how small changes to current practice can have significant effects on quality of

resident/patient care. 3. Evaluate accessibility in your own current practice and identify possible areas for change or

improvement. PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Session Title: W7 - Quality Improvement Project: Individualized Care Planning Facilitators: Julie Casaert and Stephanie Lamanna Session Description: Individualized care planning is an approach to planning, delivering and evaluating needs in partnerships with client, caregivers and healthcare providers. This presentation will outline our quality improvement project as we transitioned from generalized care planning to individualized care planning. The process has improved our overall assessing, planning, implementing, facilitating and evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation programs. Utilizing the interRAI Community Health Assessment as a baseline for developing a care plan with the clients’ expressed needs, we have moved towards more specific and measurable client centered care planning. Join us as we share our journey and explain the steps we took to identify our desired state. We will outline the barriers identified and how we implemented new Training, Education, Individualized Programming and creation of a Leisure Assessment. The quality project has allowed us to better meet clients desired needs, and endorse the client to be the driver in his/her own leisure plan. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will learn 2 new tools implemented for individualized care planning in their workplace. 2. Participants will be able to understand 2 benefits of client and caregiver feedback in care planning.

PCC’s: Theoretical Foundations Agency & TR Service Plan Professional Development Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW ASP DOC IMP ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Session Title: W8 - Having a Ball: FUNctional Fitness -SOLD OUT Facilitators: Leslie McAdam Session Description: Presented by the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging, this session will include both theory and practical learning. The theory will cover functional fitness, functional mobility, safe and effective exercise prescription and design for older adults. In addition to aging, the specific older adult topics that will be discussed are osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, dementia, diabetes, stroke and frailty. An overview of physical activity and exercise guidelines for long term care, retirement living and home based programming will be delivered. The practical part of the session includes small exercise balls for strength, balance and flexibility as well as examples for all components of a FUNctional fitness class. Come ready for exercise! Learning Objectives:

1. To be able to define the 8 components of functional mobility and the 3 top components based on functional fitness by the end of the session.

2. To be able to demonstrate and teach 3 ball exercises from each of the following components of a functional fitness class: warm-up, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, balance and flexibility, by the end of the session.

3. To learn the recommended exercise guidelines for long term care, retirement living and home based programming and by understanding how the guidelines apply specifically to osteoporosis, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, stroke and frailty, by the end of the session.

PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development Diagnostic Grouping & Populations Being Served Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 4:15 - 5:15 pm

Session Title: W9 - Empowering Dementia Day Program Clients Through Photo Voice Facilitators: Dawn Smale and Helen Jevnikar Session Description: PhotoVoice is a newer approach to social action. Participants are provided a topic and then they take photographs of things that show or inspire them based on the topic given. The novelty of PhotoVoice is that every project is unique, yet there are commonalities shown through its ability to reveal real life experiences and empowerment of individuals by providing a voice to create change and start a conversation. At McCormick Dementia Services, we created a PhotoVoice Pilot Project involving day program clients. Accompanied by a Social Worker, these selected clients were taken outside to take pictures of various things to show how they perceive or understand themselves to have been before dementia, currently with dementia, and in the future. The client photos and stories from this project will be shared, along with the insights from the Social Workers regarding their own professional reflections of this process as a therapeutic modality for clients. Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about the different types of dementia. 2. Learn about PhotoVoice as a therapeutic modality. 3. Hear shared stories and perspectives on the impact from PhotoVoice from clients and professionals.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Development Program Delivery Evaluation NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADV – Advancement of the Profession FKW – Foundational Knowledge Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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TRO Annual General Meeting & Board of Directors Update

Wednesday May 31, 2017

2:30 – 4:00 PM Open to ALL TRO Members in good standing

Awards Dinner &

Great Canadian Shenanigan Party!

Wednesday May 31, 2017 @ 6:30-12:00 AM

It’s that time of year again, to pull out the Muskoka Chairs and canoes. And get ready for a

good ole’ Canadian summer. It’s time to get off the chesterfield, ditch the track pants and don your

Canadian attire and join us on Wednesday Evening for our Great Canadian Shenanigan party. That’s

right folks, we are looking inside, instead of out, to celebrate all that is Canadian in our 150th year.

We want all of you, from hoser to keener, to come dressed in your best Canadian outfit, meet

up with friends that you haven’t seen in a while, or network with those that you don’t know yet. Come

on out and try your hand at some truly Canadian games, take your picture at a famous Canadian

Landmark, or just enjoy some poutine and laughs with friends.

We took a look at a variety of entertainers like Barenaked Ladies, Rita McNeil, Anne Murray,

Bryan Adams to name a few, but we are keeping an eye on our loonie’s and toonie’s and finally

decided on an authentic Canadian DJ.

Cost: Included in your registration fees! Cash bar available

(Please leave your two-fours and mickeys in your rooms).

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017

7:00 -8:00 MORNING RECREATE SESSIONS

DrumFit Mindful Yoga

7:30-9:00 REGISTRATION

8:00-8:45 BREAKFAST, TRADESHOW, SILENT AUCTION and POSTER PRESENTATION

8:45 -9:00 ANNOUNCEMENTS

9:00-10:00 KEYNOTE: John Davidson

10:00-10:15 BREAK, TRADESHOW, SILENT AUCTION and Poster Presentation

10:15-11:45 T1 Drumming & Rhythm for Health and Well-Being

T2 How to

Incorporate Laughter In

& Out of the

Workplace

T3 Ontario’s Dementia

Strategy: The Role of TR

Planning for the Future

T4 The “R” Word:

Turning the LCM into

Research at Waypoint

T5 Institutional, Community

and Private Practice Service Delivery:

Perspective from an Experienced

Researcher/Practitioner/Manager

12:00-1:00 LUNCH, TRADESHOW, SILENT AUCTION and POSTER PRESENTATION

1:15-2:45 T6 Building Bridges

with Opening Minds through

Art *(1:15 -2:15pm)

T7 Ageless

Aqua-Land Meets Water

PART 1

T8 A New Life! Residents Helping

Residents Live

Purposeful Lives

T9 Implementing

Creative & Meaningful

Program in LTC Setting

T10 The Science Behind Aromatherapy & It’s Effects on Mood &

Emotions

2:45-3:00 BREAK, TRADESHOW, SILENT AUCTION and POSTER PRESENTATION

3:00-4:00 T11 Ageless

Aqua-Land Meets Water

PART 2

T12 The

Adaptive Cooking Program

T13 Person

Centered Care for Persons

With Dementia

T14 Provincial TR Stroke Core

Competencies

T15 Effects of Colouring on Student Stress Levels

4:30 -5:30 AFTERNOON RECREATE SESSIONS

Archery Tag Paint Group

6:30 – 12:00 Evening @ Palasad

6:30 & 7:00 BUS PICK UP

10:30 12:00 RETURN BUS SHUTTLE

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: JOHN DAVIDSON

We are thrilled to have John Davidson as our Keynote Speaker at this year’s conference. We thought it was a perfect fit with our theme “TRO Strong and Free” as you will hear his amazing journey across Canada in support of research for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. John Davidson – who came to Canada from Scotland in 1948 – knows exactly what it means in life to persevere in the face of adversity. John has had two careers in his life. First, he enjoyed a 30-year career in broadcasting – beginning in London – and then with CBC Radio and Television in Vancouver before returning to London's CFPL Television. In 1995 John's second career began when life took a dramatic turn. He would go from news reporter to newsmaker. When tragedy struck his family with the news that his son Jesse was facing a life-

threatening illness for which there is no cure – John was thrown into a nightmare that few of us could imagine or endure. He left behind the security of his job and the comfort of home – in what turned into a life changing experience. John committed himself to making a difference in the lives of children by raising funds for research. The quest began with an incredible 3300 kilometre journey that saw him pushing his son Jesse in his wheelchair across Ontario. The adventure quickly became known as Jesse's Journey. But this was just the beginning of the story. Driven by an inner strength and determination – and at the age of 52 – John Davidson set out to walk across Canada! The plan called for John to spend ten months on the road walking from St. John's, Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia – a distance of more than 8300 kilometres – spanning six times zones. Jesse's Journey – the charity that Davidson's founded (and sits as the President of the board) – has invested more than $3M directly into research projects in Canada and the United States. At the same time, in the years since they first took to the road, the Jesse Davidson Endowment – the engine that funds research – has grown to almost nine million dollars. Both father and son have been named to the Order of Ontario. John lives in London, Ontario with his wife Sherene. He is the author of The Right Road, a story that answers the question: How Far will you go in pursuit of you dream? He continues on his quest to find a cure that will make a difference for those diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy – around the world.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: T1 - Drumming & Rhythm for Health & Well-Being -SOLD OUT Facilitators: Ora Golden and Julie Sermer Session Description: Drumming and rhythm-making are rediscovered tools for promoting health & wellness for both patients and health-care providers. Empirical research has demonstrated that a 6-week drumming group can increase immune functioning, decrease stress and burn-out, enhance well-being, balance mood states, increase focus & concentration, and expand communication skills. Drumming can be helpful for people living with a range of issues including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and more. This activity transcends cultural, language or age barriers and really allows participants to feel connected, strong and a sense of freedom. Therapists are essential partners in a patient’s health care. Drumming & rhythm- making are important tools for a therapist’s own health and well-being as well. This innovative and experiential workshop will explore current research on the benefits for multiple populations and varying abilities. No musical background is necessary to participate and be inspired! Learning Objectives:

1. At the end of this session participants will be able to identify the research and science as to why drumming and rhythm are beneficial for our health.

2. During both the presentation and the experiential component, participants will gain concrete tools about how drumming and rhythm can support multiple populations with varying physical, emotional, social and mental needs.

3. At the end of this session participants will have had a personal opportunity to feel the impact and benefits of the power and healing nature of the drum for their own self-care and well-being.

PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development TR & Community Practice Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: T2 - How to Incorporate Laughter In & Out of the Workplace Facilitators: Lisa Gordon Session Description: Developing a Laughter Therapy Program can be considered under each of the three Therapeutic Recreation Service Models; Functional Intervention, Leisure Education, and Recreation Participation. Following the step by step curriculum of the Laughter Therapy Program, Recreation Therapists can adjust the program development to meet the needs of their clientele. Participants who attend this presentation would benefit from the accessibility of a Laughter Therapy Program. Program delivery and implementation can be presented in a variety of settings and varying abilities. As part of a Multidisciplinary Team, Recreation Therapists can implement a Laughter Therapy Program with their colleagues as professional development. Learning Objectives:

1. At the end of the 90 minute presentation, participants will identify the difference between laughter, humour and comedy.

2. Each participant will engage in laughter exercises and will identify the components of a Laughter Therapy Program at the end of the presentation.

3. At the end of the presentation, participants will identify the six part learning of the Good Hearted Living.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: T3 - Ontario’s Dementia Strategy: The Role of TR Planning for the Future Facilitators: Leanne Hughes and Sherry Dupuis Session Description: In September of 2016, the Ontario government created a discussion paper entitled Developing Ontario’s Dementia Strategy. The purpose of the discussion paper was “to engage Ontarians in a conversation about how we can improve access to quality care for people living with dementia and support those who care for them.” It is integral that Therapeutic Recreation professionals are part of the discussion. The importance of continued companionship, social integration, and meaningful activity to quality of life and well-being for persons with dementia has been documented in other research with persons with dementia (see Chung, 2004; Dupuis et al., 2012; Lam & Beech, 1994; Mitchell et al., 2006; Murphy et al., 1996; Raynes, 1999; Sperlinger & McAuslane, 1993; Sutton & Fincham, 1990). This session will provide opportunity to learn more about Therapeutic Recreation Ontario’s involvement to date in response to the government’s discussion paper while facilitating discussion of additional engagement strategies with session participants. Learning Objectives:

1. Have an increased awareness and understanding of the Ontario Dementia Strategy through discussion with a panel of experts.

2. Gain an understanding of the potential role of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario in response to the Dementia Strategy.

3. Be able to relate response strategies to their own area of practice and discuss new and innovative ideas of further inclusion of Therapeutic Recreation within the Dementia Strategy.

PCC’s: TR & Community Practice TR & Research Professional Development Agency & TR Service Plan Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: T4 - The “R” Word: Turning the LCM into Research at Waypoint Facilitators: Elizabeth Everett, Cindy Marshall, Michelle Durnford Session Description: Neil Armstrong once said, “Research is creating new knowledge”, and developing new knowledge can be as easy as asking yourself the right questions. At Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, simply asking “how are we doing as a profession” and “how can we enhance ourselves” turned into becoming the model demonstration site to test the reliability, validity, sensitivity and feasibility of the LCM for use in a tertiary mental health care setting. The purpose of this presentation is to share our journey through this research project as TR practitioners to help guide others to become involved in research projects to advance the TR profession. We will educate how the TR practitioners at Waypoint took the LCM and turned it into a high priority organizational research project, in hopes of better understanding how and if the LCM can enhance practice within mental health. Learning Objectives:

1. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify how to direct their professions

strategic plan based on evaluation of TRO practices.

2. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify methods to engage therapeutic

recreation focused research.

3. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify a minimum of three benefits of how

research promotes professional development.

PCC’s: Evaluation TR & Research Professional Development Agency & TR Service Plan NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADV ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: T5 - Institutional, Community and Private Practice Service Delivery: Perspective from and Experienced Researcher/ Practitioner/ Manager

Facilitators: Benson Coulson

Session Description: Mental health and addictions Recreation Therapy service delivery differs dramatically when implemented in institutions, community based organizations, and private practices. This presentation will begin by comparing and contrasting the benefits and drawbacks of institutional, community, and private service delivery. We will then use a case study to follow a client through a care pathway that starts in an institution, is referred to community services, then receives follow up care with a private practitioner. Gaps in service delivery will be identified and the audience will be engaged in a process to determine ways to strengthen relationships across the continuum of care in order to best serve our clients. Both urban and rural service delivery will be considered and discussed. The presentation will conclude with a discussion about the need for a unified approach to therapeutic recreation in order to continue to advance the profession in all service delivery settings. This presentation will be informed by the Leisure Ability Model (Stumbo & Petterson, 2009), The Well-Being Model (Caruthers & Hood, 2007), the Stages of Change Model (Prochaska & Diclemente, 1983), and Flow (Csikszentmihalyi, 1997). The models will contextualize the presentation and work from Gabor Mate, Adele Lafrance, and Jon Kabat Zinn will be used to deepen the discussion specific to mental health and addictions within TR service delivery. Group discussion will be grounded in research and given richness and depth from the diverse experience and background of the participants. Time will be given for self-reflection to ensure that participants leave the session with a clear sense of practical next steps for creating a unified approach to therapeutic recreation specific to their professional, academic, or volunteer background.

Learning Objectives: 1. Participants will be able to define, compare, and contrast 3 domains of service delivery (institutional,

community, and private) by the end of the session. 2. Participants will be able to identify at least 2 gaps in mental health and addiction recreation therapy

service delivery by the end of the session. 3. Participants will create at least one personal/professional action item to advance the profession of

therapeutic recreation by strengthening relationships between the 3 domains of service delivery discussed by end of session.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery Organizing & Managing Services Agency & TR Service Plan Outreach, Advocacy & Public Relations

NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADM ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

Session Title: T6 – Building Bridges with Opening Minds Through Art Facilitators: Maria Menounos and Kathryn Bender Session Description: “Opening Minds Through Art (OMA) is a highly structured intergenerational program founded on strengths-based psychology: Capitalizing on what people with dementia still can do and their creative capacity. This program is designed for people with dementia to more freely express themselves, succeed on their own with minimal assistance, and feel a sense of personal accomplishment. The program is guided by a Certified Opening Minds Through Art Facilitator and involves high school/college/university students. Students learn about dementia, the OMA philosophy and methodology, as well as skills for effectively communicating with persons with dementia and facilitating the elders creativity by allowing the elder/artist to make concrete choices and decision making. Through this process elders build autonomy and an increased feeling of self-worth as all decisions are made by them and students broaden their perspectives and enhance critical thinking skills, interpersonal and human relationships and learn empathy for those living with dementia. The criteria for participating in the OMA program but not limited to are: Diagnosis of Dementia, ISE less than 3, DRS 4 or more, interest in art”. Learning Objectives:

1. To learn about a new 1:1 intergenerational Art Program in a large group setting (Sharing knowledge and resources of OMA program)

2. Opening Minds Through Art is a non-pharmacological approach to decrease responsive behaviours, improve mood and meaningful engagement.

3. To increase community involvement for persons living with dementia and increase awareness to the public.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery TR& Community Practice Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Session Title: T7 - Ageless Aqua-Land Meets Water - PART 1 (in class session) *DELEGATES MUST SIGN UP FOR T11 Facilitators: Charlene Kopansky and Katherine McKeown Session Description: Movement in water truly is the fountain of youth. Water supports and challenges the body encouraging full range of motion while enhancing stability and strengthening the musculoskeletal system. Water facilitates the design of progressive cardiovascular exercise with core activation to meet the unique needs of every participant. The combination of resistance and buoyancy provide the perfect balance of work and pleasure, conditioning and confidence. Freedom of movement in water allows successful integration of falls prevention strategies. The healing properties of water inhibit the pain cycle encouraging the body to move, the mind to discover and the spirit to soar. The aquatic environment enables instantaneous manipulation of intensity and impact to welcome all participants. Guaranteed to lighten the load physically and psychologically, water exercise has the potential to dramatically improve function on land. Delegates are asked to come prepared with bathing suit under their clothing. Learning Objectives:

1. Experience and practice 6-8 exercises specifically designed to target the core, while moving the body. 2. Experience and practice 6-8 exercises specifically designed to improve dynamic and static balance. 3. Experience and practice a 6-8 sequence of exercises that combine flexibility, cardio, muscle strength,

coordination and movement confidence. PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADV Please note PCC and CEU approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Session Title: T8 - A New Life! Residents Helping Residents Live Purposeful Lives Facilitators: Kristine Theurer and Jenny Brown Session Description: Drawing on social identity theory, doctoral candidate Kristine Theurer has developed a novel peer mentorship program for residential care. In this program, a mentor is defined as someone who commits (through words or action) to provide guidance to others. With peer mentorship, individuals who share a common experience or characteristic provide support to other residents (Sherman, DeVinney et al. 2004). In the Java Mentorship Program community volunteers and family members (from outside the residential facility, i.e., external mentors) and resident volunteers (i.e., internal mentors) form a supportive mentorship team within the residential community. In this program, pairs of team members (one external volunteer and one resident volunteer) visit lonely or socially isolated residents and encourage their participation in available group programs. All team members also meet once per week to learn visiting skills and debrief about their experiences. Using video and interactive learning, presenters will share results of the research of this mentorship program and an evaluation from a senior living organization. Presenters will review implementation processes and describe lessons learned. Attendees will find out how this approach has the potential to leverage their approach to psychosocial care and effectively utilize residents and volunteers to target the critical levels of loneliness and depression. Positive results of this research will support further experimental research to determine if this intervention is efficacious at decreasing loneliness and depression and enhancing purpose within senior living. Learning Objectives:

1. Each participant will be able to discuss recent research regarding the mental health challenges within senior living, and identify 3 ways in which peer support and mentorship can help advance current psychosocial care practices.

2. Each participant will be able to evaluate the research results of a study examining the implementation of a mentorship program in 10 continuing-care communities and describe its feasibility and effectiveness.

3. Each participant will be able to participate in a mentorship team meeting and explore 7 take home strategies to incorporate peer support within their organization.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery TR & Community Practice NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Session Title: T9 - Implementing Creative & Meaningful Programs in Long Term Care Setting Facilitators: Bernice Haasen & Katherine Plested Session Description: In this session you will learn about the change management process that the TR practitioners engaged in at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care that lead to enhancing TR services in this facility. The TR discipline looked "underneath" the program calendar to better understand the Resident’s intention for leisure engagement. Through the use of the Leisure Well Being Model (Carruthers and Hood) a new TR service delivery model was created leading to more enriched and meaningful TR programs. Evaluative Tools include: Leisure Well-Being Model, Resident Focus Groups, Staff Focus Groups, Staff Engagement Techniques and TR Program Calendar Evaluation Learning Objectives:

1. To have a better understanding as to how to evaluate the effectiveness of your TR program calendar. 2. To understand how the Leisure Well Being Model can be effectively implemented in your facility. 3. To learn new ways to implement creative and meaningful TR programs in your facility.

PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development Evaluation TR & Community Practice Theoretical Foundations Organizing & Managing Services NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Session Title: T10 - The Science Behind Aromatherapy & It’s Effects on Mood & Emotions

Facilitators: Eli Gilbert

Session Description: During this presentation attendees will earn the importance of the difference between (fragrance grade) essential oils and (therapeutic grade) essential oils based on scientific explanations (chemistry). Studies carried out at various universities around the world will be cited to show that there is a direct link to smell and emotion, highlighting the fact that humans have a much better sense of smell than was previously thought. In fact, attendees will learn that certain pheromones and chemicals given off by others can cause a cascade effect and alter their own body chemistry, and hence their mood and emotional state. This seminar will also expose the audience to the physics of smell, highlighting the fact that every substance has its own vibratory range, and that this intrinsic vibration can alter the physical and emotional health and well-being of those exposed to it, based on testing carried out at Eastern Washington University. The physics and chemistry of smell will be then linked back to essential oils and their effects on mood and emotions based on the work by Dr. Candace Pert, a Nobel Prize Winning researcher who discovered and identified the proteins involved in “how we feel”, and how we actually experience mood and emotion. Certain essential oils will then be identified by name and their application will be outlined, showing how they can be used to alter mood and emotion in seniors. These oils will be broken down by component, identifying why and how they work, studies linked to the way that they function, and easy ways to incorporate them into the Activities Programs of Long Term Care Facilities.

Learning Objectives: 1. Attendees will learn the dosages of essential oils required to effect change in residents. 2. Attendees will learn the best timing for the applications of these oils. 3. Attendees will be made aware of contraindications and lack thereof, ensuring safe usage of

essential oils 4. Attendees will be able to implement a concise yet thorough aromatherapy program in their own

facility upon completion of this seminar. 5. Attendees will have a basic knowledge of essential oils, the reasons why they work, how they work,

and who might benefit the most from their usage. 6. Attendees will be able to train staff as to the proper usage of diffusers for the essential oils, and

identify which diffusers are best suited to the application of therapeutic grade essential oils. 7. Attendees will be able to expand on this knowledge by utilizing resources that I will outline in the

seminar. PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Session Title: T11 - Ageless Aqua-Land Meets Water - PART 2 (practical experience in pool) *DELEGATES MUST SIGN UP FOR T7 Facilitators: Charlene Kopansky and Katherine McKeown Session Description: Movement in water truly is the fountain of youth. Water supports and challenges the body encouraging full range of motion while enhancing stability and strengthening the musculoskeletal system. Water facilitates the design of progressive cardiovascular exercise with core activation to meet the unique needs of every participant. The combination of resistance and buoyancy provide the perfect balance of work and pleasure, conditioning and confidence. Freedom of movement in water allows successful integration of falls prevention strategies. The healing properties of water inhibit the pain cycle encouraging the body to move, the mind to discover and the spirit to soar. The aquatic environment enables instantaneous manipulation of intensity and impact to welcome all participants. Guaranteed to lighten the load physically and psychologically, water exercise has the potential to dramatically improve function on land. Delegates are asked to come prepared with bathing suit under their clothing. Learning Objectives:

1. Experience and practice 6-8 exercises specifically designed to target the core, while moving the body. 2. Experience and practice 6-8 exercises specifically designed to improve dynamic and static balance. 3. Experience and practice a 6-8 sequence of exercises that combine flexibility, cardio, muscle strength,

coordination and movement confidence.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADV Please note PCC and CEU approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Session Title: T12 - The Adaptive Cooking Program -SOLD OUT Facilitators: Brenda Ryan and Maegan Izawa Session Description: The Adaptive Cooking Class began in 2011 as a one-time 10 week project to address the boredom of low income and physically disabled adults living independently in the community. However it became so much more from a simple concept we were was able to create a solution that touched on the needs of many different types of people who required assistance in their daily lives with food preparation, budgeting, social interaction and meaningful friendships. The presentation will include: a history of the program, a description of the program, who has been involved, feedback from participants, evaluation of the outcomes and possibilities for further development of this model by Therapeutic Recreation Specialists in collaboration with others.

Learning Objectives: 1. Describe a community-based and volunteer supported program that meets the needs of disabled adults

in a creative new way.

2. Participants will be able to learn how to design meaningful and cost effective programs 3. Participants will learn that everyone deserves a chance to pursue their love for cooking no matter their

ability.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Session Title: T13 - Person Centered Care for Persons with Dementia - SOLD OUT Facilitators: Katelyn Carter Session Description: Person –Centered Care is an approach that, when working with clients who have dementia, can greatly improve success in facilitating an environment that assists in alleviating the symptoms often associated with the progressive disease. This presentation will leave you with the skills on how to enhance and initiate Person-Centered Care through various service delivery methods, to any Long Term Care home or program that works with people who have dementia. This presentation will also leave you with skills to advocate for the multitude of benefits that Therapeutic Recreation brings and how to encourage the whole interdisciplinary team to take a Person-Centered Care approach. Resources like Resident Life History Assessment, generated by a care community devoted to Dementia care will be discussed, as well as facilitation techniques that will ensure success when implementing therapeutic recreation programs for those with dementia. Learning Objectives:

1. Enhance knowledge of Person Centered Care.

2. Gain service delivery methods of Person Centered Care and gain the knowledge of the benefits of it for

those living with dementia.

3. Enhance facilitation techniques when working with those with dementia and facilitating failure free

environments through Person Centered Care approaches.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Development Program Delivery Evaluation NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP ADM Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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Thursday June 1st, 2017 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Session Title: T14 – Provincial TR Stroke Core Competencies Facilitators: Keli Cristofaro and Holly Graham Session Description: The intent of the Stroke Competency framework is to provide health care professionals working in stroke with a clear and comprehensive way to independently achieve core competencies needed for evidence – based stroke care. Let Holly and Keli take you through the journey of the TR core competencies and options in how you can utilize them in your practice. Learning Objectives:

1. To provide an understanding of the 16 TR core competencies. 2. To provide an overview of evidence based stroke care as it relates to TR. 3. To support TR professionals in accessing the framework and provide options for its usability.

PCC’s: Evaluation Professional Development Theoretical Foundations Diagnostic Groupings & Populations Being Served NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Session Title: T15 - Effects of Colouring on Student Stress Levels Facilitators: Katlyn Alcorn, April Powell & Kaitlin Lindsay Session Description: This study demonstrates the effectiveness of implementing colouring techniques as a form of therapy for reducing stress in the university student population. Our study found that statistically significant results supporting the mandala colouring pattern as an intervention for stress reduction. Through studying the implementation of different colouring techniques, we looked to increase the knowledge base on the topic to better educate those who may find it useful, such as students, educators or therapists. By introducing students to this form of therapy, we got to see firsthand the positive impact it had on the symptoms of everyday university stress. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will learn about the effectiveness of colouring in reducing stress levels. 2. Participants will discover how different colouring patterns can be more successful that others when it

comes to stress reduction. 3. Participants will become aware of how this information could transfer to other populations to help a

variety of individuals to use colouring as a strategy to reduce stress.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery TR & Research NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC and CEU approvals are currently pending.

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7:00 -8:00 a.m. Option 1: Drumfit ($5.00 +HST)

Want to release all that stubborn buildup tension in your body? Join Deb and Stephen for a high energy exercise program that will not only boost endorphins but stimulate both your left and right brain hemispheres. You don’t need to be a Dave Gohl to participate so come Rock out with us in this exciting new program that is becoming mainstream.

7:00 – 8:00 a.m. Option 2: Mindful Yoga ($5.00 +HST)

Yoga – Looking for a way to kick start your day as well as nourish the body, mind, and spirit? Come join our instructor Jen as she guides you on a journey to clearing your mind and revitalizing your body for the day of learning ahead.

4:30 -5:30 p.m. Option1: Archery Tag ($20.00 +HST) Archery Tag – Tag your it!!! Looking for a unique spin on a classic game we all grew up with? Look no further! This exciting indoor game is sure to thrill with a mix of dodgeball, paintball, and tag. Two teams battle it out with archery bows and safe, foam-tipped arrows in a fast paced game that will leave you exhilarated and wanting more. Release your inner competitor and join us for an evening of fun.

4:30-5:30 p.m. Option 2: Paint Group ($20.00 +HST) It’s a paint party!!! Unleash your creative side and come create a masterpiece in a relaxed informal setting which gives you a chance to socialize as well as create a one of kind piece of art. An experienced artist will be on site to provide step-by-step instructions mixed with some of your own flair to create a stunning painting that can be hung at your home, work, or office. All experience levels welcome. Hope to see you there.

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O U R S O C I A L E V E N T W I L L B E H E L D A T T H E

PALASAD ALL YOU CAN HANDLE

BILLIARDS BOWLING BUFFET

KARAOKE LASER TAG PING PONG

COME AND TRY OUR "TRO: STRONG AND FREE" SIGNATURE

DRINK

Shuttle buses to PALASAD South will begin at 6:3Opm. Please see Registration

package to confirm time slot.

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Friday June 2, 2017 Look at a Glance

FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017

7:00-8:00 REGISTRATION

7:30-8:30 BREAKFAST

8:30-9:15 CLOSING REMARKS

9:30-10:30 F1 Part 1: Exploring

Community Inclusion in Older Adulthood Through the Use of Computer & Tablets

Part 2: New and Innovative Ambient Technologies for

Dementia

F2 Introduction to Barber

Stick Therapy

F3 The Sienna Experience; A Culture Change Journey

F4 Cycling without Age-Enhancing Lives in Seniors

F5 Neuroscience 101: Learn to Flex Your

Brain

10:30-10:45 BREAK

10:45-11:45 F6 Creating a Seniors

Community of Learners from Coast

to Coast

F7 Fit Minds Interact

Individual Program and Dementias

and TBI

F8 Meditation Labyrinth

F9 Minds in

Motion: Benefits of Care Partner

Participation

F10 The Integrated

Sensory Experience Project

11:45 GRAB & GO LUNCH

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Session Title: F1 - PART 1: Exploring Community Inclusion in Older Adulthood Through the use of Computer & Tablets (30 minutes) Facilitators: Kelly Leonard Session Description: According to Statistics Canada, by 2050 more than a quarter of the North American population will be over the age of 60. The theory for community inclusion outlined by Kingwell (2000) however, excludes older adults who are faced with physical, social or financial constraints. This research explored the connection between community engagement and computers/tablets to determine if these devices could address some of the constraints experienced by older adults. 12 semi-structured interviews were conducted amongst Therapeutic Recreation Practitioners, Volunteer Coordinators, and older adults. An overview of perspectives regarding the use of computer and tablets will be presented, as well as suggestions for how community engagement can be enhanced in older adulthood. The conclusions will demonstrate facilitation techniques that Therapeutic Recreation Practitioners can use in practice to promote community engagement for an older adult population. Learning Objectives:

1. To gain a better understanding community engagement through the use of computers and tablets for older adults.

2. To provide facilitation techniques of how computer and tablet programming can be applied in therapeutic recreation practice.

3. To provide practitioners with suggestions on how to facilitate a sense of community for socially isolated older adults.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery Program Development TR & Community Practice NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Session Title: F1 - PART 2: New and Innovative Ambient Technologies for Dementia (30 minutes) Facilitators: Dr. Andrea Wilkinson and Dr. Mark Chignell Session Description: In this presentation, we describe two technologies developed for the efficient management of behavior in dementia: Ambient Activity Technologies (AAT) and the Centivizer. The AAT uses a person-centered approach and a combination of electronic devices (eg. Tablets) and physical controllers (eg. Wheels and buttons) to create engaging activities to be played at any time by residents with minimal involvement of long term care (LTC) staff. The Centivizer is a reward-based computer controlled hardware device that uses sensors and software to control the dispensing of nickels based on performance of desired behaviours. The software also allows caregivers to track behavior over time and to set individual goals based on targeted behaviours. User-centered design principles implemented in our research and development will be discussed. We will also describe our approach to stakeholder engagement and the evaluation framework used to explore the impact of these technologies on residents, as well as LTC visitors and staff. Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the impact of dementia on the person and apply the principles of person centered care when facilitating activity.

2. To introduce Ambient Activity Technologies- innovative devices and systems to help with the management of responsive behaviours in dementia.

3. Discuss research approach and preliminary findings of study which is evaluating the impact of these technologies on well-being in residents with dementia, their loved ones and long-term care staff

PCC’s: Intervention Evaluation TR & Research NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ASP IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Session Title: F2 - Introduction to Barber Stick Therapy Facilitators: Vera Needham and Michelle Denniss Session Description: Necessity is the mother of Invention! Vera designed the Barber Stick to mimic the benefits of vibration technology used in rehab at a fraction of the cost. She was a pet groomer with a repetitive strain shoulder injury and wanted to regain function and reduce probability of future injury. The Barber Stick is also effective for myofascial release techniques and used for light resistance training. Different prototypes have been trialed with Long Term Care Residents with Dementia and Stroke Survivors. The informal research has shown that exercise engagement time increases with use of the Barber Stick and a reduction in spasticity and pain. Most of all, the feedback is that it makes exercise fun! Come and learn the many different therapeutic ways in which you can use the Barber Stick with your Clients, Residents and yourself! Learning Objectives:

1. Introduction and practical use of the Barber stick

2. Explanation of the muscle groups involved in different exercises

3. Specific Exercises that may improve specific functional tasks and conditions.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Session Title: F3 - The Sienna Experience: A Culture Change Journey Facilitators: Jill Gibson and Kelly Seow Session Description: Sienna Senior Living is the largest Long Term Care provider in the province of Ontario. This session will provide an overview of Sienna Senior Living's Culture Change Journey; a journey that is shifting culture from an institutional model of care to a social model of living. The facilitators of this presentation will provide an overview of how care communities promote the warmth of human connection enabling residents, family members and team members to live fully every. Focus groups were conducted with team members, leadership team members and residents to determine opportunities to enhance living and working within care communities. Highlights from the focus group will be shared, opportunities implemented and strategies to enhance team engagement will be explored. Through a relentless effort to enhance the resident experience and quality of life, discussion regarding resident engagement and the resident voice throughout the resident satisfaction survey process will be shared. This session will provide a high level overview of lessons learned from engaging volunteers and team members in capturing the resident experience ultimately analyzing opportunities to increase satisfaction across the organization. Learning Objectives:

1. By the end of the session, delegates will be able to identify three strategies to begin a culture change journey.

2. By the end of the session, delegates will be able to articulate three lessons learned throughout the Sienna Culture Change Journey.

3. By the end of the session, delegates will be able to identify one opportunity for their own organization to enhance the culture and experience of residents, family members and team members.

PCC’s: Theoretical Foundations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Session Title: F4 - Cycling Without Age-Enhancing Lives in Seniors Facilitators: Kim Durst-Mackenzie Session Description: Bruyère Continuing Care is one of the first Ontario health care organizations to launch a Cycling without Age program. It is an innovative program designed to enhance the lives of seniors by providing them with a great opportunity to remain connected to society and active in our community. Residence St. Louis and the Bruyère Village are located on the shores of the Ottawa River and are part of a network of bicycle paths in the Ottawa and Orleans communities. The Department of Therapeutic Support Services (Therapeutic Recreation, Volunteer Resources and Spiritual Care) were actively involved in recruiting and training 30 volunteer pilots to transport 50 residents and 20 tenants on over 150 voyages. The project was evaluated and the intention is to expand for 2017. Learning Objectives:

1. The identification of Risk Management indicators

2. Identify 3 key collaborators with TR in the organization to enhance resident/tenant care

3. Identify Satisfaction Survey results

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017

9:30 -10:30 a.m. Session Title: F5 - Neuroscience 101: Learn to Flex Your Brain - SOLD OUT Facilitators: Dr. Mitch Abrams Session Description: A new chapter in healthcare is emerging as researchers unveil the power of the mind through neuroscience research. Using the arts, Dr. Mitch Abrams brings context to the science of consciousness and mindfulness. His presentation will focus on how he and colleagues are using these innovative approaches to improving patient care through practitioner self-care. This approach is building healthier communities through an integrated balanced approach to health care. This presentation will link modalities like mindfulness, meditation, and the arts to literature, best practice and research findings that support program protocols that can be adapted to different client populations. The interdisciplinary approach and community involvement with the Dr. Bird Foundation is one example of collaboration. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to cite three new perspectives enhancing their understanding of energy and how it can be used for stress relief and patient care.

2. Participants will be able to cite three resources that demonstrate the link between neuroscience and the presented modalities.

3. Participants will be able to identify at least one strategy to flex mental muscle and reduce stress. 4. Participants will be able to identify two initiatives that demonstrate a shift at Cambridge Memorial

Hospital through an interdisciplinary integrated approach. 5. Participants will be able to identify two community partnerships/collaboration within hospital that

supports healthcare entrepreneurs with growing a social ecosystem to build healthier communities PCC’s: Intervention Program Development Program Delivery TR & Community Practice Professional Development Diagnostic Groupings and populations being served Outreach, advocacy and public relations NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: F6 - Creating a Seniors Community of Learners from Coast to Coast Facilitators: Sadie Friesner & Laura Evans Session Description: In conjunction with Sheridan Colleges Centre for Elder Research, Sienna Senior Living has empowered seniors to take on technology and lead by example. Our residents journeyed into technology, learning the basics and moving towards a peer lead model. Fourteen residents from across the country connected via technology, formed friendships, taught one another and felt the warmth of human connection. Using data from previous pilot projects within the Community of Learners initiative, a peer lead model was launched which proved to be the most valuable and successful to our residents. By providing technology and a peer lead model, a sense of community was develop, new technological skills, friendships and confidence were gained by all involved. With aspects of this research collaboration strongly rooted in therapeutic recreation principles, it is not hard to see the benefits of technology to overall well-being, and how empowering Sienna residents to teach one another has given them confidence they did not know they had. Our seniors were able to experience technology hands on, and share their experiences with one another; now join us as we share their experiences with you. Learning Objectives:

1. Gain an understanding of how to implement and facilitate higher levels of learning opportunities utilizing technology for seniors living in retirement homes.

2. To understand the importance and value of lifelong learning for seniors, including a focus on peer led programming.

3. To understand the comprehensive result of the research partnerships and the potential it has for the upcoming senior population.

PCC’s: Program Delivery Program Development TR & Research Professional Development NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW ADM ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: F7 - Fit Minds Interact Individual Program and Dementias and TBI Facilitators: Nicole Scheidl Session Description: The session will provide an understanding of cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) and how the Fit Minds Interact® Program is being used in clinical settings. It will touch on the following PCC criteria codes: Intervention and Program delivery. Program Delivery: the session will cover the step-by-step process for delivering a CST program. Participants of the program will have an opportunity to practice exercises in five areas of cognition: Language, Visual/Spatial Orientation, Memory, Critical Thinking and Computation. Participants will learn about the Coach Approach™ to cognitive stimulation therapy, which is integral to the Fit Minds program. Intervention: the Fit Minds CST program uses assessment activities to discreetly measure a client's abilities in a certain area of cognition. Participants will learn how to use this information to adjust activities and adapt the program to the individual. This session will also examine various methods for adjusting cognitive stimulation therapy programs based on participants’ physical and cognitive limitations. Learning Objectives:

1. After attending this session, participants will be able to identify the five areas of cognition and prepare exercises in each of those areas.

2. After attending this session, participants will be able to demonstrate the Coach Approach and distinguish it from other methods of communication.

3. After attending this session, participants will be able to assess and adjust cognitive stimulation therapy exercises based on physical and cognitive abilities.

PCC’s: Intervention Program Delivery NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: F8 - Meditation Labyrinth - SOLD OUT Facilitators: Julie Casaert and Elisa Harsanyi Session Description: The Meditation Labyrinth Experience is aimed to benefit the TR professional through providing a new portable intervention tool for supporting their target population, expanding their knowledge on a new spiritual program and providing a new resource for daily therapeutic programming. This session will provide a framework to implement this program in both individual or group intervention plans with any desired target population to meet participant’s needs. This inclusive spiritual tool can be used to promote self-reflection, a sense of self-control, relaxation, stress reduction and help one refocus their attention. This presentation will also teach about the many ways this device can be modified and adapted which offers many options for not only internal usage but also community practice opportunities. The TR’s will expand their professional knowledge through learning the basic principles about Meditation Labyrinths as well as the planning and program delivery methods for their own future practice with this therapeutic device. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will know the 2 basic techniques on how to facilitate the Meditation Labyrinth through the experiential learning experience

2. Participants will be able to note 2 benefit of Meditation Labyrinths after participating in this presentation 3. Participants will leave the presentation with 2 ideas on how to use the Meditation Labyrinth in their own

facility. PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery TR & Community Practice NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW IMP ADV Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: F9 - Minds in Motion: Benefits of Care Partner Participation Facilitators: Jeanette Sears and Felicia White Session Description: Since January 2014, Alzheimer’s Societies across Ontario have been offering Minds in Motion (MiM) – a community based social program that incorporates physical and cognitive stimulation for people with dementia and their care partners. This presentation focuses on the unique benefit of care partner participation designing programs for people with dementia and their care partners to attend together. An inclusive program like MiM offer unique benefits: an opportunity for care partners to reinforce their relationship as spouses, parent-child, sibling or friend, rather than solely care partners; building friendships with other participants as “couples”; an opportunity for both care partners to remain active, and an opportunity for the care partners to see each other flourish in social and physical environment. This presentation includes a brief overview of the MiM program, an opportunity to sample activities from the MiM program, and a discussion of the benefits and potential of incorporating care partner participation into community programs and other care environments. Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to describe at least 3 issues that are relevant to the complexities of care partner relationships in dementia care.

2. Participants will be able to identify 3 positive benefits from care partner participation in programs for people with dementia.

3. Participants will be able to identify 3 ways care partner participation may help build stronger relationships between professional staff and clients.

PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery TR & Community Practice Diagnostic Grouping and Populations Being Served NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Session Title: F10 - The Integrated Sensory Experience Project Facilitators: Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau and Lorraine Gibson Session Description: The Integrated Sensory Experience Project will ensure that the individual plan, evaluation and documentation about response to sensory aids for all residents with advanced Dementia on Dove Lane is known by all care providers and service providers. The innovative approach to care truly engages and empowers every team member who interacts with the resident and is able to touch their life at each moment of every day. Lead by the Activation Aide and the Nurse, each resident is assessed by the entire team including the resident and family for the appropriate nature of each sensory aid and piece of equipment and an individual 24 hour sensory map is created for every care and service provider on days, evenings and nights. The 24 hour sensory map is communicated and evaluated at every shift report and is a living, breathing and dynamic tool used by everyone who touches the resident with advanced Dementia. The project charter outlines the timelines for roll out, check in points for the team, education, evaluation and further recommendations Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will evaluate their current state as it pertains to Sensory Programming, team integration and evaluation.

2. Participants will learn about an innovative, interdisciplinary collaboration that pertains to Sensory therapy.

3. Participants will learn keys to successful implementation, education and evaluation.

PCC’s: Assessment Intervention Program Development Program Delivery Documentation Evaluation NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: IMP Please note PCC approvals are currently pending.

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Did You Sign Up for PCC’s or CEU’s? PCC’s - TRO’s Professional Contribution Credits

• Are you Registered (R/TRO, R/TRO DIP) with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario?

• Thinking about becoming Registered with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario?

• Do you need to submit proof of attendance at the TRO Conference to your workplace?

• Would you like proof of your attendance at the TRO Conference for your Professional Portfolio? How to Sign up to collect PCC’s: Be sure to select a PCC Transcript ($15 + HST) during your conference registration to purchase online and avoid delay during the conference. Please note that PCC approval is pending. Once approval is achieved the Brochure will be updated and reposted on both TRO website. We appreciate your understanding in this matter ________________________________________________________________ CEU’s – NCTRC’s Continuing Education Units

• Are you a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC)?

• Do you need to collect Continuing Education Units for the purpose of Re-certifying with NCTRC? How to Sign up to collect CEU’s: Be sure to select a CEU Transcript ($20 =HST) during your conference registration to purchase online and avoid delay during the conference. Please note that CEU approval is pending. Once approval is achieved the Brochure will be updated and reposted on the TRO website. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.

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Hotel Accommodations: Four Points by Sheraton

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With a large variety of guest rooms and over 18,000 square feet of meeting space, our London Ontario hotel is the ideal place to stay for either business or leisure. Our unique location puts you within minutes of the areas best golf, dining, shopping, wineries, and more.

Conveniently located near downtown, across from the city's largest shopping mall, and minutes from Thomas the Tank Train Ride, Four Points London Ontario is close to all the area's great things to do. Enjoy a fresh meal at Vic's On Wellington or a Best Brew at Bentley's Lounge and take advantage of our on-site fitness centre and indoor heated pool.

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2017 TRO Conference Registration Please review the conference registration details below as we finalize tweaks of our NEW online Conference Registration system. Please note that HST will be applied to the prices listed at the time of purchase.

Registration Options

Type

Early Bird: Date: April 1st

Advanced Fee

Date: May 1st

Last Call Fee

Date: May 15th

TRO Member Full $400 $445 $490

TRO Student Members (ID Required) Full Flat Rate $200 $220 $245

Non-Members Full $450 $500 $550

Student Members (ID Required)

Full Flat Rate $225 $245 $270

Daily Fees

Wed. TRO Member Daily $310 $335 $360

Wed. Non Member Daily $335 $355 $380

Thurs. TRO Member Daily $310 $335 $360

Thurs. Non Member Daily $335 $355 $380

Fri. TRO Member Daily $175

Fri. Non Member Daily $205

Speaker Fees

Presenter – Full Registration (1 person)

$205

Panel – Full Registration $265

Presenter – 1 day Registration - Wed or Thurs.

$175

Presenter – 1 day Registration –Friday Only

$110

Social Fees

Early Bird: Drumfit $5

Early Bird: Mindful Yoga $5

RECreate: Archery Tag $20

RECreate: Paint Group $20

Evening at Palasad $45

Transcripts

PCC Transcript $15

CEU Transcript $20

All cancellation requests must be received by TRO no later than 14 calendar days prior to the conference or event. Refunds will be

provided in full less a $50.00 administration fee. Substitutions are permitted. Please request refunds and substitutions in writing to:

members@trontario.org

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