Psychiatric Facilities is a pretty broad category, but these facilities tend to utilize similar capabilities and modalities.

Below are some common items that CTRS’s use in the wonderful world of Psychiatric Facilities.

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Velvet art / Felt art is a popular tool for bringing about a multitude of therapeutic benefits.

Velvet art can promote a meditative state, and allow one to focus on the present through a creative outlet.

Velvet art doesn’t require immense creativity and can be done anywhere and at anytime.

This particular book includes various intricate floral designs that are great for framing as a memento of accomplishment and self-expression.

This Velvet art pack comes in the style of mandalas which are artistic representations of higher thought and deeper meaning.

Mandalas are notorious for invoking introspection and peace of mind, and have been used in Hindu, Buddhist, Mesopotamian, and European culture throughout history.

This highly rated Karaoke Bluetooth Speaker is a necessary tool for a number of reasons;

  • Easy to connect Bluetooth / Aux speaker for music or movies
  • Includes 2 microphones which allow for shy-er patients to get a confidence boost from a peer or facilitator.
  • Capable of recording audio with the use of a usb-drive.
  • Clear, crisp sound quality and neon lights add to the singers momentum.
  •  Therapeutically encourages pro-social interaction and promotes participation.

This Karaoke Microphone / Speaker is a wonderful option that is a smaller and more manageable option to a full-on speaker.

  • This microphone is one of the highest rated karaoke devices with nearly 2,000 positive reviews.
  • Easily connects to most smart devices and is compatible with several karaoke apps like Smule and Yodee, Tik Tok, and more.

This Professional-Grade putting green is a wonderful way to bring the fun of golf to any setting.

  • Promote self-control and concentration!
  • Easy to store and relocate!
  • Great for indoor or outdoor use!

Endless possibilities come from a pack of playing cards.

An RT can never have too many playing cards whether that’s for facilitating large games or for accommodating for missing cards so that the show can go on!

Speed up the downtime in-between games with this Automated Playing Card Shuffler

  • Holds up to 6 decks of cards.
  • Keeps people in the flow of the game!
  • Gives the RT the feeling of being a card-shark at the Vegas tables for about 2 seconds.

This luxurious Poker Chip Set comes with:

  • A Fancy Aluminum Carrying Case.
  • 500 chips which allows for plenty of chips to go around.
  • Playing for/with chips makes the game feel more legitimate.

Pinochle is one of those games that takes a few rounds to get used to, and once you get it it can be downright addicting!

  • Increase neuroplasticity
  • Utilizes various parts of the brain as each player uncovers strategy, follows basic directions, and potentially progresses as a player.

This wonderful little ball makes for wonderful ice-breakers and can help get things rolling in topics like:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Coping Skills
  • Anger Management
  • Stress Management
  • And more!

Scratch art is a wonderful activity that us easy to follow and results in a beautiful picture with no art skills required!

These Stencils are  art made easy!