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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Prepping for the Holidays
The holiday season isn’t quite among us, but now is the perfect time to prepare for it. Many activity directors know that it is very easy to fill up your calendar with festive activities in October, November and December. There is usually a very welcomed overabundance of volunteers who come to make everyone’s spirit brighter. […]
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Practical Tips for Designing Online or Blended Learning
As an educator or consultant, you may need to design and deliver training & courses outside the traditional method of a face-to-face setting to meet the needs of the growing number of students and organizations seeking online options. As a corporate or independent consultant, you support and mentor activity professionals individually or across the organization, […]
The Importance of Cultural Diversity
Cultural Diversity has become one of the hottest topics in the health care industry. What makes diversity so important? Diversity means a number of characteristics including the following: race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, education, physical abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic background, language, and culture. Diversity in healthcare can lead to cultural competency, which is […]
Breaking Through the Glass Walls ~ Part II Cultural Competence in Today’s Healthcare World
NAAP Contributor, Anthony Vicari, offers the second article in his series, Breaking Through the Glass Walls. Cultural Competence is a “hot topic” for every single healthcare professional’s working portfolio. Current research, specific strategies and techniques, and personal reflections are all outlined in this informative and relevant article. Read the Article Cultural Competence in Today’s Healthcare World
