News - Updates
Welcome to the NZ Society of Diversional Therapists Inc
The goal of the NZSDT Inc. is to provide quality service and education in all aspects of Diversional Therapy. By providing activities that improve the lives of those in our care and promoting the highest standards of Diversional Therapy, through understanding, education, and the encouragement and cooperation of fellow Diversional Therapists.
As a professional organisation full registration is open to individuals currently employed in the field of Diversional Therapy. This includes Diversional Therapists, Motivation Therapists, Activities or Recreation Officers and Occupational Therapy Aides.
All DT’s follow the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics of the NZ Society of Diversional Therapy, which is also a requirement of all tutors and assessors.
July Update
Posted: 03/07/08The stark imagine of a rest home resident with her mouth taped has shocked and stirred the public of New Zealand. The Prime Minister, Television and Radio have all featured extensive coverage of the item, while the Public Heath authorities and the Police have launched inquires. Grey Power and Age Concern have voiced serious concerns about the incident and maltreatment generally.
The image is shocking and surreal and will generate much debate and soul searching amongst care facility managers, owners and the government. There will without doubt be rebuke and change to the particular institution and I would not be surprised at future adjustments to the NZ residential care industry. We must all be greatly concerned and shocked about such abuse. There is a need for ongoing training and skills development of all those concerned with clients in a residential care situation.
