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American Therapeutic Recreation Association

ATRA is the largest national membership organization representing the interests and needs of recreational therapists.

Recreational therapists are healthcare providers who use recreational therapy interventions for improved functioning of individuals with illness or disabling conditions. ATRA, was incorporated in the District of Columbia in 1984 as a non-profit, grassroots organization in response to growing concern about the dramatic changes in the healthcare industry.

09/12/2026

ORDER BY 9/16 TO WEAR IN SoCal! 📣

Our official ATRA SoCal conference merch is waiting for you! We won't have conference merch for sale on-site, so be sure to plan ahead. 👏

With a variety of memorable designs to choose from, you're sure to find something you love. Order by September 16th to ensure delivery before conference. And as always, proceeds from ATRA merch sales fund the Martha Judge Scholarship for First-time Conference Attendees. 🧡

Shop for merch with a meaning now at the link below. See you in sunny SoCal—Where Connection Creates Meaningful Change! 🌴

https://www.bonfire.com/store/atra

09/09/2026

LAST CHANCE FOR REGULAR RATES! 📣

Just one week left to register for ATRA SoCal at our Regular Rate. We'll transition to Late Rates starting September 16th.

We hope you'll join us in Brea, Orange County, California (October 17-19, 2026) for an unforgettable conference centered on belonging, connection, and systems change.

The conference program is now available! Regular Rates end 9/15, don't miss out! Learn more and register now at the link below. See you in sunny SoCal! 🌴

https://www.atra-online.com/so-cal

09/08/2026

AUGUST ATRA ADVOCACY UPDATE! 📣

ATRA’s August 2026 Advocacy & Legislative Update is now available for your review. Each monthly update includes a summary of actions ATRA has taken to advocate for recreational therapists, including: Action Alerts, Advocacy Activities, Meetings, What We’re Watching, and Sign On Letters.

Read the August 2026 Advocacy & Legislative Update and learn more about the current Action Alerts at the link below. Be Proactive. Stay Informed. YOU are ATRA and this is ! 👏

https://www.atra-online.com/advocacy

09/07/2026

ATRA ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣

We're thrilled to introduce the newest members of ATRA's Board of Directors:

President-Elect
-Gena Bell Vargas, PhD, CTRS

Treasurer
-Amina Abdallah, MS, CTRS, LRT

Members-at-Large
-Whitney Broghammer, CTRS
-Megan Janke, CTRS, LRT, PhD, FDRT, CARSS1
-Alona Thompson, LRT/CTRS, AIT, ATRIC, CARSS II, CASC

Welcome and congratulations to all! Thank you for serving! 🧡

09/02/2026

ATRA SoCal MERCH IS HERE! 📣

We just launched our official ATRA SoCal conference merch! With a variety of memorable designs to choose from, you're sure to find something you love. Order by September 16th to ensure delivery before conference. And as always, proceeds from ATRA merch sales fund the Martha Judge Scholarship for First-time Conference Attendees. 🧡

Shop for merch with a meaning now at the link below. See you in sunny SoCal—Where Connection Creates Meaningful Change! 🌴

https://www.bonfire.com/store/atra

08/27/2026

JOIN US ON THURSDAY 9/3! 📣

New to ATRA? We'd love to meet you! Not new but want an update on your ATRA benefits? We'd love to say hello! You're invited to join ATRA's Executive Director, Brent Wolfe, on Zoom for ATRA New Member Class! Brent will review the benefits and resources that accompany your ATRA membership, answer any questions you may have, and connect you with other members and/or opportunities! 🧡

New Member Class takes place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30PM ET on Zoom. We hope to see you on Thursday, September 3rd. We're excited to connect with you. 🫶

Please visit the link below for the Zoom link and details! ⬇️

https://www.atra-online.com/live-events

08/24/2026

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM NJEPA-TRA! 📣

New Jersey Eastern Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Association's Fall 2026 Hybrid Conference (in-person and virtual) is scheduled for November 9 (in-person) and November 10 - December 13 (virtual).

Opportunities for presenting, nominations, sponsorship, scholarships, and more! Start planning now at the link below. 🧡

www.tinyurl.com/ATRAHostedConferenceNJEPA2026

08/20/2026

Hey, RT Supervisors! Are you looking for an incredible recreational therapist to join your team? ATRA's Career Center is here to help! List your open position on ATRA's Jobs Board to get the opportunity directly in front of recreational therapists. Visit the link below to list your position today—your future team member is looking for you! 🧡

https://jobs.atra-online.com/

08/18/2026

JULY ATRA ADVOCACY UPDATE! 📣

ATRA’s July 2026 Advocacy & Legislative Update is now available for your review. Each monthly update includes a summary of actions ATRA has taken to advocate for recreational therapists, including: Action Alerts, Advocacy Activities, Meetings, What We’re Watching, and Sign On Letters.

There are two active Action Alerts! Please take action. ‼️

Read the July 2026 Advocacy & Legislative Update and learn more about the current Action Alerts at the link below. Be Proactive. Stay Informed. YOU are ATRA and this is ! 👏

https://www.atra-online.com/advocacy

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