By Shannin Prather
October 2022 | 2022 Fall Newsletter
The City of San Jose’s Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) provides recreation and education to enrich the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. TRS focuses on abilities, rather than disabilities and is made of three major components: Citywide All Access Sports and Recreation (AASR), the Grace Art and Wellness Program, and Inclusion Services.
The aim of Therapeutic Recreation Services is to enhance independence, improve social skills, increase self-esteem, and connect individuals and families with community resources.
The All Access Sports and Recreation program, available for children and adults with developmental, cognitive, and physical disabilities, offers weekly wheelchair sports programs which provide competitions, clinics, and camps.
The Grace Art and Wellness program is a therapeutic recreation center which serves adults with mental illness and other cognitive disabilities. The program is dedicated to creating a space of safety, acceptance, and meaningful engagement. Members are provided with support in maintaining and improving their mental health and functioning through recreation and expressive arts.
Through engaging classes, fun virtual activities, and uplifting wellness conversations, the staff at Therapeutic Recreation Services are committed to providing participants a safe space where they feel empowered to have fun, make friends, and learn something new.
To learn more, visit the Therapeutic Recreation Service’s webpage by visiting sanjoseca.gov, clicking “Residents” at the top of the page and choosing Parks & Recreation, then click on PRNS and the Programs & Activities link on the left of the screen.