Therapeutic Recreation
What is Therapeutic Recreation?
It is the use of recreation services and leisure experiences to help people with limitations make the most of their lives; physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.
What does Therapeutic Recreation offer?
Therapy
Recreation Participation
Leisure Education
What does it hope to encourage in the participant?
Accept Responsibility
Set Goals
Express Feelings
Learn by Doing
Act Assertively
Learn New Approaches
Develop New Interests
Use Leisure Principles
All of BREC recreation programs are inclusive throughout the parish. However, we want to offer our services to help this inclusion happen. If you know a child or an adult who needs any assistance, please call the program coordinator at 225-926-4659.
Sunshine Socials sponsored by BREC & Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge
BREC offers supervised social activities called "Sunshine Socials" for East Baton Rouge Parish children and adults with disabilities. We are offering more activities and programs each and everyday at BREC.
Sunshine Social Seminars/Dances at Independence Park Recreation Center
7505 Independence Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-7860
Evenings of planned social activities are scheduled for children and adults with disabilities. These dances are held throughout the year every month based on a theme. Parents and friends are welcome! We will have a short seminar hosted by Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge, DJ, food and drinks, and activities. The dance begins at 5 p.m. and ends around 10 p.m. in Room 126. Admission is $3 per person. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER, by calling 216-7474.
Sunshine Social Movie Nights at North Sherwood Family Center
3140 North Sherwood
Baton Rouge, LA 70814
(225) 275-0568
Movie night consists of socialization, snacks, activities and watching a movie all based on a monthly theme. Activities will begin in Room #1 and the movie is played in the theatre. You will need to pre-register for movie night, please call and reserve your spot today. Admission is $2/per person. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER, by calling 216-7474.
Sunshine Social Karaoke Night at Independence Park Recreation Center
7505 Independence Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 926-7860
This evenings are scheduled to sing our hearts out!!! Please bring your CD of choice to sing. Parents and friends are welcome! Refreshments will be served. The singing begins at 6 p.m. and ends around 9 p.m. Admission is $2 per person. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER, by calling 216-7474.
BREC/ARC Inclusive Tee Ball League
The league takes place at BREC Independence Park, Field #8, in the spring on Saturday Mornings. For more information, please click here.
BREC/ARC Inclusive Kickball League
The league takes place at a BREC center (TBA) in the summer on Saturday mornings. For more information, please click here.
Families Helping Families/BREC Seminars/Socializations
These seminars are held year round at Independence Park Recreation Center, 7505 Independence Blvd. Please call Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge (225) 216-7474 for more details.
BREC's Farr Park Horse Activity Center Therapeutic Riding Program
Horse riding classes are offered for children and adults with disabilities. The classes take place on Monday afternoons/evenings. For further information and to register for classes, please contact the HAC at (225) 769-7805.
BREC Camp Sunshine Day Camp
This is a summer day camp specially designed for children with disabilities, children ages 6 to 12 and teens ages 13 to 16. We have directors and counselors that have experience working with children with disabilities. During camp, we have activities such as games, arts and crafts, movies, swimming, bowling, field trips and much more. Please call (225) 926-4659 with any questions.
6201 Florida Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70806
