Enhancing Lives Through Recreation

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TR Connections offers consulting, training, and resources for recreation therapy professionals. Through hands-on support and expert guidance, we help practitioners create meaningful, personalized experiences that enrich the lives of those in their care.

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TR Connections - Who We Are

Our Mission

At TR Connections, we provide expert therapeutic recreation consulting that guides, educates, and elevates care. We partner with recreation teams to deliver services that not only meet—but exceed—standards of care, creating meaningful experiences for every individual they serve.

Our Vision

We envision a future where every resident—regardless of circumstance—has access to engaging and purposeful therapeutic recreation that enriches their well-being and elevates their quality of life.

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What We Believe In

Educate
We offer dynamic on the job learning opportunities that empower staff with current knowledge and creative strategies.

Support
From required documentation to program planning, we provide timely, client-centered resources designed to reduce stress and enhance care.

Inspire
We help practitioners feel confident and equipped, sparking creativity and innovation to better meet each resident’s unique needs.

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What We Offer

Consulting Services

TR Connections offers expert consultation services throughout Utah, led by a team of skilled, certified professionals with real-world experience. With deep knowledge of state regulations and best practices in therapeutic recreation, our consultants provide personalized guidance and hands-on coaching to both staff and residents—ensuring programs stay current, impactful, and engaging.

Staff Support Services

Supplemental Recreation Therapy staffing resources provide weekly on-site therapeutic groups and personalized interventions. Our licensed professionals support facilities with flexible programming, additional coverage for staffing gaps, and health record documentation of services. The program training opportunities for RT staff at facilites across Utah, helping strengthen care quality, enrich resident experiences, and promote long-term staff retention.

TRT Education Course

This online course introduces the fundamentals of Therapeutic Recreation and meets the education requirements for TRT licensure in Utah. Students learn programming approaches for diverse populations including older adults and individuals with psychiatric, developmental, or substance-related challenges.

Workshops

On-site Recreation Therapy workshops provide engaging, CEU-approved training that supports staff in maintaining certification while deepening their expertise in the latest therapeutic practices. These sessions promote professional growth and team collaboration but also strengthen staff morale through accessible, relevant education tailored to their field

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TR Connections

Expert recreation consulting that uplifts care and enriches lives

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Training & CEUs

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Resources & Regulatory Information