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Recreation and creative arts therapy - George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

VHA health service name and description
Description

We offer a wide range of activities (arts and crafts, games, sports, exercise) that we can adapt to your needs.

Type of care
Social programs and services
Health Service API ID
recreationTherapy
Type of Care
Counseling services
Service description
Military service can affect your emotional, mental, and physical health. We offer recreation and creative arts therapy through activities that can be adapted to your needs.
This is a required Vet Center service
No
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VAMC system description of service

Our therapies promote your independence and enhance your health and well-being if you’re a Veteran with an injury, chronic (long-lasting) illness, or disabling condition. After your primary health care provider gives you a referral, a recreation therapist will develop treatment goals for you.

  • Recreation and creative arts therapy provides services and activities that include:
  • Animal interaction
  • Music, art, and crafts
  • Community outings
  • Exercise, sports, and games
  • Gardening and leisure education

Recreation Therapy Internship

The VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System offers excellent internship opportunities in the summer, spring, and fall semesters for students who are pursuing a degree in Recreation Therapy.  Learn more about the Recreation Therapy Internship Program.

Appointments
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   Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Is a referral required?
No
Are walkins accepted?
Yes
Is online scheduling available for this service?
No
Phone number for appointments
Phone
Type
Phone
Phone number
801-582-1565
Extension number
6300
Label
Appointments
Service location
Address
Address
Building name/number
Building 8
Street address
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On
Address

United States

Hours
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Hours
Monday: 24/7
Tuesday: 24/7
Wednesday: 24/7
Thursday: 24/7
Friday: 24/7
Saturday: 24/7
Sunday: 24/7
Contact info
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