COVID-19 Activity Resources

Dear Activity Professionals,

During this time of uncertainty, we want you to know that NAAP is here for you. As Activity Professionals we each work in a variety of settings from geriatrics to pediatrics with different levels of care. This can also be a time of confusion and chaos for the most vulnerable clients we serve.

As we continue to ensure an ongoing resident-centered activities program, we hope this resource page filled with suggestions and support will assist you in continuing to provide quality programming to the populations you serve.

We are Activity Strong!

Sincerely,
The NAAP Board of Directors

Activity Professionals are ESSENTIAL personnel.

• Read the statement: Activity Professionals as Essential Personnel by NAAP and NCCAP.

Keep up to date with updates by going to these sites:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:  CDC
• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services:  CMS

Newly Added:

Maximizing Your Programming Time – www.WiserNow.com

Activity Cart Idea:  The Movie Challenge Games to Lead from Activity Pathways

Movie Challenge – Activity Packet from Activity Pathways

God Cares – Words of Comfort and Encouragement from the Bible FREE Handouts 

Key Takeaways to Safe Resident Engagement:  Resources, Ideas, and Ongoing Support – Eversound

Themed In Room Resident Packets:

Out of this Work Pack      All American Food Packet

Animal Packet     American History Packet

NAAP Live webinars are open for all through July 1, 2020 to assist with certification renewal during the COVID-19 Pandemic  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR WEBINARS

Here is our top 10 list of programming ideas and resources!  (Okay, we have a few more than 10!!! 🙂

1. For programming ideas, visit NCCAP.org.
2. Here is a Sample Care Plan for COVID-19 Restrictions .
3. Here is a Weekly Schedule SAMPLE for COVID-19 Restrictions
4. Alzheimer’s Foundation of America provides Coronovirus Prevention Tips for Family Caregivers.
5. Eversound is opening archives with free interactive programming until April 30.
6. Hearthside Book Club is offering 8 Free stories.
7. MEternally is offering free 30 day trial of their reminiscence therapy videos online with a discount after 30 days.  Email directly for more information:  sally@meternally.com
8. Re-Creative Resources,Inc is offering 40 Free Activity Worksheets.
9. Collins Learning is offering 25% off CE’s through Collins Learning.
10. iN2L Free Activity Resources 
11. Activity Connection is offering resources for small groups, one-on-ones or individual engagement.
12. Spiro100 is offering free wellness programming for 30 days, including exercises, brain fitness, dementia care engagement and more.
13. SingFit is a digital therapeutic music program and will waive the set up cost and first month.  Email directly for more information.
14. Freedom Homeschooling offers free virtual field trips such as Anne Frank House, Buckingham Palace, Farm Tours and more.
15. The Metropolitan Opera will stream Operas for Free.
16. Tour the National Parks!
17. Download free Coloring Books from 113 Museums.
18. More Virtual Field Trips.
19. Download books from the NY Public Library for free.
20. Xtreme Bingo is offering complimentary access to check it out.  Email Mike directly for more information.
21. Chrome Music Lab is a learning resource that makes music fun: https://musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/Experiments
22. Coloring Nature has over 675 free printable coloring pages for children and adults.
23. Joy Sun Bear promotes learning about the world’s diverse cultures through free stories, crafts, recipes, coloring and activity sheets, games and more! Free stories, crafts, recipes, color and activity sheets, games, videos, reading comprehension and creative activities.
24. American Archive of Public Broadcasting: Discover historic programs of publicly funded radio and television across America. Watch and listen.
25. Virtual tour of DCA’s Frank Lloyd Wright Hollyhock House, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
26. Online educational resources for families, and an opportunity to explore items from their collection from the National Museum of African American History and Culture 
27. City of Las Vegas Coloring Book.
28. 10 Hallway Games Beyond Bingo
29. 5 Ways to Play Bingo While Social Distancing
30. How to keep residents engaged during coronavirus restrictions
31. Rainbow of Questions:  Building Bridges of Connection – Activity Pathways
32. Everything you Need to Celebrate Passover During Coronavirus
33. Adaptable Easter egg Hung for Families during COVID-19
34. Easter and Lent – Catholic Online
35. Total Brain Health Free COVID-19 Resources 
36. National Poetry Month:  30 ways to celebrate
37. Free Virtual Piano Performances www.demandonpiano.com
38. Validation Training Institute – Tips for Caregivers of People Living with Dementia Part III
39. Validation Training Institute – Tips for Caregivers of People Living with Dementia Part II
40. Validation Training Institute – Tips for Caregivers of People Living with Dementia Part I
41. Virtual Concert for Seniors 
42. Dementia Care at a Distance
43. Warriors Canine Connection – Puppy Cam 
44. Our Daily Bread – Daily Devotionals 
45. Beloved Spiritual Devotionals 
46. Virtual tours of Europe
47. The Good News Network 
48. Dear Abby Daily Column
49. Activity Cart Idea – Sensory: Calm Down Bottle Intervention
50. Senior Learning Network – Upcoming Programs 
51. 1:1 Resident US History In Room Packet
52. 12 Innovative Physical Distancing Ideas
53. Ways to Keep Staff Morale Up During Covid-19
54. Summary of CMS Waived Regulations from the Consumer Voice
55. Consumer Fact Sheet on COVID-19 from The Consumer Voice
56. Consumer Voice Newsletter of Staying Engaged