WELCOME TO NAAP!
NAAP is the only national organization that exclusively represents Activity Professionals working in primarily geriatric settings. This association provides opportunities for professional development and personal growth.
Some of the many benefits of a NAAP Membership includes:
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- Support with the most current regulatory and government issues
- eLearning with a library of educational videos that can be viewed at your leisure
- Timely articles about issues facing the Activity Professional
- Annual National Conference
- Monthly education opportunities with live Webinars
- Networking
- Monthly Program Ideas
- Vendor Partnerships
- Organizational Partnerships
- Toolbox with forms and resources
- Job Board
- NAAP Helpline
- Resources for purchase include Exam Study book, Resource Book and P&P manual
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Independence – Catherine Sabatini, NAAP Professional Development Director
We all just remembered Independence Day, and most likely celebrated the day with our residents. We honored the men and women who laid down their lives so we can all have the freedom of independence that provides us with our own self-worth and the autonomy to choose our surroundings. The meaning of independence has become […]
Beyond Burnout – Thriving Personally and Professionally During a Pandemic
Activity Professionals are not exempt from the risks of overwhelm that many leaders in healthcare face. The recent development of COVID-19 has only heightened the risks of burnout for healthcare providers. In this session, former Clinical Therapist and Senior Living Operator Samantha Jones will provide participants tips on how to identify burnout and the effects […]
Just Be Nice! – Amy Laughlin NAAP President
I worked for a short time with an Administrator with many years of experience leading teams in both for-profit and not-for-profit Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living facilities. Whilst he and I held differing opinions on a number of operational strategies, he had a certain professional philosophy that I shall never forget; one which has given […]
The Hardest of Times – Krista Fischer NAAP Contributor
Some people go to work and expect to do their job and then go home at the end of the day. Working in recreation isn’t so cut and dry. We wear many hats. Compassion is a huge part of why we began working in this field. That may require us stepping outside of our comfort […]
