The Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department (HPER) is responsible for providing Leisure and Therapeutic Recreation Activities to the people at Hudspeth Regional Center.  It offers a wide variety of structured activities which consists of on and off campus participation. HPER promotes health and wellness by providing quality recreation services to people in the least restrictive environment. The Recreation staff attempts to adapt all activities to match abilities and likes of each person. The people are encouraged to participate at whatever level deemed capable. The HPER Department sponsors many special events and programs throughout the year; art/music therapy, dances, education, holiday celebrations, leisure van and bus riding, physical fitness, talent shows, and Special Olympics. These and other programs help provide educational, physical, sensory stimulation, socialization and therapeutic programs which will enhance the lifestyle of each person.