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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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Dementia Care Focus in Sweden Swedish Care International – SCI – Colleen Knudson, NAAP International Development Director
As I have continued my search for activity based, dementia focused, and/or long-term care supportive organizations across the globe, I found Swedish Care International or SCI. SCI is an education company based in Sweden who specialize in dementia and elderly care practice and methodology. SCI offers consulting and education, along with supporting high-profile awareness projects. […]
Hi, Everyone! I’m New Here. Doesn’t Anybody Want to be my Friend? – Anthony Vicari, NAAP Contributor
“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” ~ Charles Darwin Can you believe that it’s already mid-February? Our brand “New Year” isn’t holding still for anybody and it’s time, once again, that we seriously “rethink” the following thought: our residents reside […]
Putting the ‘Joy’ back in Joyride: Outings and How to Survive Them – Amy Laughlin
Do you quiver with anxiety at the thought of taking frail residents out of the building? This session is designed to take the fear and frustration that Activity Professionals can feel when trying to organize outings and replace it with JOY! Through careful planning, implementation and evaluation, outings can become more meaningful and more engaging […]
Riding Out the Storm – by: Krista Fischer, ADC, Creator of My Activity Resources, NAAP Contributor
Winter storms as well as fall and summer hurricanes can be brutal and cause havoc for your senior home. More often than not, employees from all departments suffer from being short-staffed. One major concern for caregivers with children is how they will be taken care of. Recently owners from care homes have found it beneficial […]
Finding Balance between Fame & Reality – Vanessa Emm
Superstar by day, “just me” by night! It’s important to blend our daytime role with our LIFE. Take a step back and have perspective of expectations, persona, attitude, entitlements. This session will explore the tricky balancing act from day to night and provide insight on how to manage it with ease . . . To […]
