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Good News story – 19-year-old Diversional Therapy apprentice, Nika Harley

Careerforce has just published a story about this trailblazer of a young lady, Nika Harley.
 
She is doing her apprenticeship through Careerforce, and is using her own initiative to come up with ways to attract other young people to the sector.
Read more about this amazing and inspirational young lady HERE
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Union Information

DRTs Zoom Meeting November 2021

DRTs meeting and safe staffing considerations

 

Actions DRTs can take immediately are:
Sign the open letter, and pass it on to whanau/friends: www.together.org.nz/safestaffingnow

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The Ronnie Gardiner Method

Introduction Course

When: Auckland, 21st and 22nd August 2021
Christchurch, 11th and 12th September 2021

Both days from 8 am – 5 pm
Costs: $255 – Employed (OT, PT, DT, other)

$185 – Self-employed, retired, student, volunteer, other
Teachers: Prof. Ngaire Kerse, (Auckland University, Auckland)

Jenny Gordon (RMTh, Auckland)
Kris Tynan (Exercise as Medicine, Christchurch)
Mariken Jaspers (Neuro-physiotherapist and RGM-trainer, Netherlands)
André de Jong (RGM-trainer, Netherlands)

Introduction Course RGM Registration Form

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Meeting with NZSDRT Inc. President Orquidea Tamayo Mortera

Manawatu including Palmerston North and Feilding DT’s, Recreational Therapists, Activities Coordinators and Students

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Dance – a Beneficial Intervention 

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EAST AUCKLAND DT SUPPORT GROUP  –POSTPONED!!!

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Everyone is welcome!

An invitation to all DTs, Activities Coordinators, Activities Assistants, Recreational Therapists and interested staff to join an exciting informative session on IDEAS for SENSORY GROUPS[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

TOVERTAFEL PRESENTATION 

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A presentation by NZSDRT Inc. President Orquidea Tamayo Mortera

The Tovertafel is a fun care innovation that connects older people with each other and with their surroundings, all the while stimulating
movement. The beautiful games were developed specifically for the target group and can be played both independently and under supervision.

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SOUTH AUCKLAND SUPPORT GROUP  January 2021

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Speaker Maverick Bill Potter – A global speaker and power coach will have 45-minute interactive presentation.

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Contest: In honor of Activity Professional Week January 24th-30th 2021

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NCCDP, ICCDP, NAAP and CARD have collaborated to recognize Activity Professionals week as well as the contribution that Activity Professionals and Recreation Therapists make on a daily basis to the quality of life for all they serve.

The contest is open to Activity Professionals and Recreation Therapist in the USA and around the world.

“This year has been an especially trying and stressful time and we wanted to bring a little distraction to your day and at the same time offer a fun event.”

“We held a cart contest several months ago with over 500 entries. The entries were original, well thought out and fun. Many of you wrote to us and requested another contest. In response, we teamed up with other organizations and are happy to announce this contest.”

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS 2020

Click above to have a look at what exciting webinars we have in November.

 

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Nga Pou Mana – The soul focus is advancing and sustaining the wellbeing of Maori.

Read More Here –> Tangata Whenua Allied Health

 

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OCTOBER 2020 Webinars

 

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SEPTEMBER 2020 Webinars

 

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AUGUST 2020 Webinars

 

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Christchurch Support Group Meeting

 

 

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Ronnie Gardiner Method (RGM) is a cheerful, structured, multi-sensory exercise method for the brain in which rhythm and music are used to stimulate movement, speech and cognition.

Click HERE for details.

 

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South Auckland Support Group Meeting

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Auckland Professional Development Day Flyer

APDD Registration Form

 

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Abuse and Neglect Webinar

 

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Canine Friends and Pet Therapy

Health and Safety including Covid-19

 

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New Zealand Society of Diversional and Recreation Therapists Incorporated (NZSDRT Inc.) and  National Activity Providers Association (NAPA UK) Memorandum of Agreement (MOU)

 

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Ministry of Social Development – Fourth Series

Music Therapy vs. Entertainment – Same or Different Values? by Jenny Gordon

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ICCDP Contest Announcement for Activity Professionals and Recreation Therapists July 2020 PDF

Click HERE for important details.

 

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WEST COAST DT Support Group to host a PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY  – 8th August !!

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SOUTH AUCKLAND SUPPORT GROUP Meeting  – 3rd July !!

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NORTH SHORE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting  – 8th July !!

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MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT Covid-19 Funded Sessions!!

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TOVERTAFEL – Your choice of virtual or live demo (Auckland)

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Calling for AGM items on or before 12th June!!!

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Centre for Applied Research in Dementia

Montessori Principles for Leadership and Staff Engagement pdf

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An Aviators Journey into Aged Care pdf

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A catch up with Billie Jordan pdf

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Long Term Implications of Undiagnosed Heart Disease Webinar

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2020 AGM to be hosted via ZOOM Webinar

Click HERE to learn more about the platform and learn how to use it.

 

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NZSDRT Inc. NOMINATION FORM  for National Executive Board and National Registration Board

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NZSDRT Inc. seeking for Registered DRTs for the board positions

Download HERE for info.

 

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PREVENT LONELINESS

  1.  Brightening a Senior’s Day Tips

  2.  Engaging in Your Bubble Tips

  3.  Meaningful Conversations Tips

  4.  Solitude Tips

  5.  Hardship and Strain Tips

  6.  Working from Home Tips

 

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International Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners

Announcement: New Membership Benefit for: The New Zealand Society of Diversional and Recreational Therapists

 

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THE GRIEF CENTER WEBINAR SERIES

During the on-going CoVid-19 Crisis

Click HERE to View Schedule and Register

 

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MAY WEBINARS!!

Webinar 1  – POWER OF DANCE

Webinar 2 – Performing Arts and Poetry for Seniors

Webinar 3Satori Alternatives for Managing Aggression

Webinar 4A Spark Within: How to Include Personalised Music in Residential Care

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MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT Covid-19 Funded Sessions!!

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NORTH SHORE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting  – 8th July !!

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NORTH SHORE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting  – 8th July !!

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SOUTH AUCKLAND SUPPORT GROUP Meeting  – 3rd July !!

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