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Art therapy for older adults: Anna Shafer and her art
This is a video. Anna Shafer discusses the emotions and activities associated with her drawings (displayed onscreen).
Art Therapy with Older Adults: Make Your Mark with Art
This is a video. Judith Rubin discusses her path to art therapy, the development of wheel art and its contribution to this film.

Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor
The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH) is non-profit, member driven, international community of humor and laughter professionals and enthusiasts. AATH provides its members the education, cutting-edge resources, and supportive community they need to excel in the practice and promotion of healthy humor.
Fools for Health - Clown-Doctor Program
The Canadian Association of Therapeutic Clowns
Therapeutic Clown Program - Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)
The Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH) is hard at work ensuring that seniors' mental health is recognized as a key Canadian health and wellness issue. Working with partners across the country, the CCSMH is busy facilitating initiatives to enhance and promote seniors' mental health.
Health Canada
Federal department that overlooks the health and prevention for Canadians
Music & Memory
Group dedicated to improving the quality of life for the elderly and infirm through the use of personalized music and digital technology.
Parks and Recreation Ontario-Learning Centre
PRO offers training and education resources for professionals. Includes reports and research by Parks and Recreation Ontario
Research on Aging Policy and Practice (RAPP)
Making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and family/friend caregivers by bridging research, policies, and practice.
Therapeutic Recreation Directory
The Therapeutic Recreation Directory contains resources for recreation therapists, therapeutic recreation specialists, creative arts therapists, activity therapist, activity directors and other disciplines.