For recreation therapist Kelsey MacNeil, helping seniors stay active, emotionally well and socially connected isn’t just a job—it’s a passion.

Recreation therapy uses activities people enjoy to support a person’s overall well-being. It can help reduce isolation, manage stress, improve physical and thinking skills and support people to live well at home. 

Recreation therapy can be especially helpful when someone experiences changes in mobility, memory, motivation, mood or social connection.

“My role is about learning what brings someone fulfilment and helping them build confidence and skills to …