The Autism Innovations and Global Impact Conference: RE-creating RECREATION as a Supplemental Intervention for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder will convene on March 23 & 24, 2023. Conference participants can also register to participate in the Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K Run/Walk on March 25 at a discounted rate. The location of the conference is – The Els Center of Excellence® campus in Jupiter, Florida.
The conference will focus on demonstrating how RECREATION can be used as a platform for other therapeutic interventions. Leaders in recreation programs and services, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum, will be featured. The conference will provide tools and best practices for organizations, providers, and practitioners interested in initiating or expanding recreation services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disorders.
Topics covered will include recreation activities and experiences in the areas of:
Arts | Leisure | Healthy Living | Well-being | Sports | Fitness
Participation in recreation activities is critically important for people with ASD and other developmental disorders. These various activities and experiences produce emotions of achievement, and enjoyment and promote inclusion, self-confidence, and increased quality of life.
Grand Sponsors | Hazel and Marvin R. Shanken
Registration is now open – Click Here to Register
| Conference Registration Rates: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Regular Rate | February 1-March 14, 2023 | $425 |
| Late Registration | March 15-March 22, 2023 | $475 |
On March 25th, 2023, the 4th annual Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K Run/Walk will feature a course through the North Jupiter Flatwoods Natural Area, a 160-acre natural area preserves comprised of mesic Flatwoods, wet Flatwoods, depression marsh, and dome swamp ecosystems. Since the run will take place in natural woodlands, participants should be cautious and aware at all times during the race. Racers should expect to encounter multiple ground surfaces throughout the race such as pavement, gravel, sand, and grass. Conference attendees are invited to participate in the morning’s Roots & Ruts 5K Run/Walk activities in any capacity of their choosing.
This course has been sanctioned by the Florida Occupational Therapy Association (FOTA) for 9 contact hours. Sanctioning of this course does not imply endorsement of specific content, products or clinical procedures by FOTA. CE Broker Course Tracking number 20-972554
