[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 100 (Wednesday, July 18, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1351]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO NATIONAL THERAPEUTIC RECREATION WEEK IN SOUTH CAROLINA

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                         HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 18, 2001

  Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of ``National 
Therapeutic Week'' in South Carolina as proclaimed by Governor Jim 
Hodges.
  The purpose of this event, which was held July 8-15, 2001, was to 
increase public awareness of therapeutic recreation programs and 
services, and expand recreational and leisure opportunities for 
individuals with disabilities. Physical therapists from all over the 
state met and worked together to eliminate barriers to leisure 
activities for many with disabilities and educate people in leisure 
skills and attitudes. These therapists constantly stressed the 
importance and advantage of having a clear understanding of how 
involvement in leisure and recreational activities improves physical 
and psychosocial health, and how recreation can provide individuals 
with a sense of self-confidence and satisfaction.
  The theme for ``National Therapeutic Recreation Week'' was 
``Therapeutic Recreation . . . Examine the Possibilities.'' The theme 
suited the occasion perfectly, as the aim was to explore a variety of 
methods used by therapeutic recreation professionals to enhance the 
quality of life and well being of persons with disabilities.
  This year's ``National Therapeutic Recreation Week'' will hopefully 
generate more interest and encourage all South Carolinians to recognize 
the positive benefits of leisure and recreation.
  Mr. Speaker, last week thousands of South Carolinians devoted their 
time and energy to improve their quality of life, and also the lives of 
others. Please join me in recognizing the gallant efforts of these 
individuals, and the wonderful accomplishments they made during 
``National Therapeutic Recreation Week.''

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