Steadfast Rec Therapy
Recreation Therapy Services
Welcome!
I’m Heather, a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through meaningful and engaging experiences.
I offer 1:1 in-home recreation therapy services for seniors, as well as group programs for senior living communities in Rochester, NY and beyond. My services support overall well-being across all dimensions of wellness—including physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual health.
COMING SOON: I also create ready-to-use activity content and wellness programs for recreation and activity professionals. These materials can be printed, displayed on TVs, or used in both group and 1:1 sessions—making it easy to deliver engaging, person-centered programming across your community.
“A cheerful heart is good medicine.” -Proverbs 17:22
Recreation Therapy Services
I offer group programs and 1:1 therapeutic recreation services to seniors.
See below for more details!
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Joyful Motion Classes: Fun, interactive chair exercise experiences for seniors—featuring heart-healthy movements, tunes, and a variety of props!
“The Wonder & Wildlife Club” which brings nature to life,
"Armchair Travel," where seniors explore destinations around the world, and
"A Stroll Down Memory Lane," which invites elders to reminisce about icons from the past
…and many more!
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As a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, I provide person-centered, in-home therapeutic recreation services tailored to each client's abilities, needs, and goals. I design individualized programs that promote:
Cognitive Wellness: Memory work, mental stimulation, and purposeful engagement
Leisure Exploration: Interests, hobbies, adaptive recreation, arts, and creativity
Physical, Emotional and Social Well-being:
Activities that increase strength, balance and coordination
1:1 purposeful companionship, community outings and meaningful interaction
Tools to reduce anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms
Goal Achievement and Personal Fulfillment:
Supporting personal goals through customized recreation.
Activities that bring joy, identity, and connection
… Book a free consultation today!
Book with me!
Need one-on-one help? Book a private Recreation Therapy session to work on your goals. New clients get a free consultation.
Group Programs for Senior Living bring meaningful, therapeutic activities to your residents. Book a group program that’s enriching, inclusive, and customized for your community.
Interested in booking a group program or individual session? Fill out the form below!
More about Recreation Therapy
Recreational therapy is more than just simple activities—it’s purposeful recreation designed around each person’s interests and hobbies to reach each persons goals - despite any setbacks. Through meaningful leisure, we help clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
Coming Soon: Activity & Recreation Resources
What Makes Us Different?
At Steadfast Rec Therapy, we take a purposeful approach to recreation. Our philosophy is rooted in therapeutic recreation, where every activity is designed to support meaningful goals for the individuals we serve. Whether it’s enhancing cognitive function, boosting mood, or fostering social connections, we focus on intentional, goal-driven engagement.
What sets us apart is real-world experience. With years of hands-on work across the full spectrum of senior care—from independent living to advanced dementia—I know firsthand what truly works in practice. The tools and content we offer are built from that experience, with a deep understanding of what engages seniors, supports wellness, and delivers results.
Our digital resources are made by a CTRS, for activity professionals, helping you tailor programs to your residents’ needs through the lens of therapeutic recreation. If you’re ready to elevate your activity programming with proven, purposeful tools, you’re in the right place.