Note: On my travels to represent NAAP at conferences this fall, I was asked a number of the same questions, often because of my experience as an Administrator/Executive Director. Many of these were not programming related, but rather concerns about operations, staffing or management. I’m starting this new column in the NAAP e-blast as a […]
The pandemic applied significant strain to an already vulnerable senior living workforce, which has historically experienced high levels of turnover and burnout. This article is the second in a four-part series focusing on the Activity Professional, working on the front line. The NAAP survey, conducted in July 2022, included open and closed ended questions. Survey […]
Arts and wellness classes for seniors, care providers, organizations, and families to bring proven mental, physical and emotional health benefits Visit their website: hellobream.com
NANA’S BOOKS is a series of nostalgic literature and art pairings, reimagined for the dementia community. The series of large format books is the winner of a Maude’s Award for Innovation in Alzheimer’s Care for Making Connections for their ability to stimulate reminiscence, fond recollections, and moments of joy. Person-centered, and research-based, NANA’S BOOKS are […]
Create Joy and Festivity – for isolated people – during the Holidays. This is a session I teach which I’m breaking down in four articles applying a Creating Joy Framework I’ve had fun developing. Don’t Plan First off, and shocking I know, don’t plan! Even though you get paid to plan, don’t do all the […]
Arts and crafts are not something exclusively for children or grandmoms, it is an activity that can be enjoyed by all ages. The holiday season is one of the best times for crafts because there are so many possibilities. From Christmas ornaments to table decorations, crafting is also a great way to spend time with […]
Kathy Laurenhue heads Wiser Now, Inc., a multi-media publishing and staff development company focused on wellbeing in aging that aims to be practical and lighthearted in everything it produces, including her award-winning e-newsletter, Wiser Now Wednesday, which provides readymade content for programming. Wiser Now also provides dozens of online courses, webinars, and other services to […]
15 For Me® is a scientifically validated stress reduction solution for the workplace. The program includes a web-based application that allows employees/caregivers and residents to reduce their stress by taking up to 15-minutes a day to engage in wellness focused activities. The participants have an opportunity to select a cardio, cognitive or centered breathing (meditation) […]
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