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State Conference Assistance from NAAP
The National Association of Activity Professionals is pleased to announce an online education platform available for state associations to host their state conferences. NAAP will be communicating with state associations to determine the best way for State Associations to still provide their conferences using technology when in-person attendance is not feasible. State Associations can utilize […]
The 21st Century Recreation/Activity Professional Part III ~ All Aboard the Competency Train
NAAP Contributor, Anthony Vicari, shares the third article in his brand new series dealing with a ‘Hot Topic’ in today’s healthcare world; competency. Recreation/Activity Professionals must begin not only thinking about competency levels of fellow team members, but clearly outlining these specific skills and mastery levels with current federal policies, procedures and guidelines. Click Here […]
Education: Our Most Valued Resource
The COVID-19 Pandemic has thrown each of us into a whirlwind and sadly it seems the end is still not within our sight. As many communities across the nation continue to find more positive cases, group activity programs will continue to remain on hold. This whirlwind has caused many of us to rethink and recommit […]
The 21st Century Recreation/Activity Professional Part II: Creative and Innovative You – Anthony Vicari NAAP Contributor
Today’s Recreation/Activity Professionals serve on the front lines with regards to many facets of Successful Aging. Yet, there remains the old and outdated perception of many persons, inside and outside of healthcare, that the Activity Department is the only department where creativity and innovation lives. NAAP Contributor, Anthony Vicari, shares his second article in this […]
NAAP Volunteer Opportunities
The National Association of Activity Professionals and its members are dedicated to providing education, advocacy, and support services to all. Listed below are opportunities on how you can give back to your professional association. We encourage you to participate. Awards Volunteer – This volunteer will participate with a committee in the selection process of the […]
Watch the NAAP Membership Meeting & Awards Ceremony 2020
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National Skilled Nursing Care Week Sharing our Wisdom! May 10 – 16, 2020
National Skilled Nursing Care Week will soon be here, and many are wondering how to celebrate during this Pandemic. With social isolation precautions in effect and the inability to have large parties and entertainment, the time has come to celebrate this week on a much smaller scale. This is an exciting time for Activity Professionals […]
NAAP Welcomes New President Amy Laughlin
My name is Amy Laughlin, and I am proud to serve as your new NAAP President. I am so appreciative to the members and the NAAP Board for this incredible opportunity to both lead and to serve Activity Professionals across the nation and beyond. I’m looking forward to getting to know more members, and to […]
NAAP Annual Member Meeting 2020
The Annual NAAP Member Meeting will be on April 22, 2020 at 5:00PM PST online. Please submit all questions to the office by Friday, April 17, 2020 via email to office@naap.info. You can register with the link below. This live meeting will include our Awards Ceremony as well as the transition of the board. CLICK […]
