Therapeutic Recreation helps children, youth and families experience and enjoy their leisure, sport and recreation to the fullest.
By working together to support and create meaningful opportunities, we enhance opportunities for participation as fully and independently as possible.
Access to Services
Therapeutic Recreation is available to all TVCC clients living in London/Middlesex, Elgin, Oxford, Huron, Perth, Grey, and Bruce counties. You can get involved at any stage of your child's journey!
- Therapeutic Recreation holds two Open Houses each year in September and January to keep you up to date and informed on community opportunities for kids with special needs/disabilities and the supports that may be available.
A call with a Recreation Therapist (TR) is also available whenever you have a question about recreation, sport, or leisure activities for your child. When you are not sure what is possible, what is available, or how to get started - book a call with a TR and we will get you on the right path. Let's Talk Rec! Sign up for a time that works for you:
- If you have a specific recreation need or concern, you can ask any of your TVCC clinicians for a referral to Therapeutic Recreation or request this service by contacting our intake/referral team. We love to help with adaptive recreation/sport equipment, physical education or recess ideas, and exploring fitness options, for example!
What to Expect
A recreation therapist will work closely with your child/youth, your family, your child's therapists, and your community recreation providers. This will involve an exploration conversation leading to an assessment, treatment plan and setting goals specific to individual strengths, abilities and interests related to recreation, leisure and sport participation.
We can help you / your child with:
- Recreation and sport skill development
- Adapted recreation equipment
- TVCC and community-based recreation opportunities
- Community integration assistance
- Leisure awareness and education
Recreation Therapists at TVCC are registered members of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario.
Infographic about the Benefits of Therapeutic Recreation in Pediatric settings.
For More Information
Connect with the Therapeutic Recreation team directly by email at tr@tvcc.on.ca
Explore TVCC Opportunities to Participate programs
Explore community based recreation, leisure and sport programs and camps
Already receiving services through TVCC?
Please talk to your TVCC service provider.
Not currently in Service?
Please Contact our intake/referral team
