Promoting Engagement in Leisure Occupations:

Homelessness has been a growing social issue in the United States. This book takes an in-depth look at the individuals who face homelessness, and their difficulty in obtaining basic resources of everyday life. Self-esteem, stress levels, and social participation are discussed. Specifically, leisure as an occupation, was examined in the homeless population. A multiple series leisure workshop was conducted at a homeless shelter to determine the therapeutic benefits of leisure occupations in homeless populations. Results and recommendations for future involvement with promoting leisure engagement with persons experiencing homelessness are discussed.

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Marija Milicevic, MS, OTR/L, has extensive experiences working with clients with psychological and physical disabilities. She helps clients maintain meaning in their everyday occupations. Remembering to keep the fun in function, she currently uses therapeutic play, leisure, and education as occupations to help clients reach their best potential.