Community integration/reintegration: A recreational therapy intervention

Authors

  • Tim Passmore, EdD, CTRS/L

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5055/ajrt.2012.0029

Keywords:

community reintegration, community integration, recreational therapy

Abstract

This manuscript addresses the issues surrounding the definitions of community integration and community reintegration. The interventions of community integration and reintegration are outlined and suggested strategies for successful application of both interventions are provided.

Author Biography

Tim Passmore, EdD, CTRS/L

Associate Professor, Program Coordinator, Recreation Management & Therapeutic Recreation, School of Applied Health & Educational Psychology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma.

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Published

10/01/2012

How to Cite

Passmore, EdD, CTRS/L, T. (2012). Community integration/reintegration: A recreational therapy intervention. American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 11(4), 7–13. https://doi.org/10.5055/ajrt.2012.0029

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