Jessica Spooner

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation at Grand Valley State University in 2011. Jessica completed her internship in Grand Rapids at Spectrum Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and started her career as a CTRS with Spectrum Health following her internship. Jessica’s first experiences working with those with a brain injury began on the Neuro Rehabilitation unit at Spectrum Health. During her work at Spectrum Health she learned a lot about neurological disorders and the importance of Recreation Therapy in a sub-acute rehab setting. Jessica also enjoyed spending her extra time on the long-term care unit and planning and implementing activities with seniors.

In 2012 Jessica continued her career at Georgetown and Cambridge Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care. She worked as their Life Enrichment and Volunteer Coordinator through January 2017. During Jessica’s time as a Life Enrichment and Volunteer Coordinator she studied to complete her Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Certification as well as a Community Life Certification through Senior Living University. In 2017 Jessica joined HCRT and continues to look forward to meeting new people and helping her clients “get off the sidelines and back into life!” Jessica serves on the Board of Directors for the Michigan Therapeutic Recreation Association. Jessica is a mom to two, enjoys being outdoors, reading, walking, and traveling.