Activity Therapist Associaton of IllinoisContact Person actnet
The mission of Activity Therapists Association is to provide education, networking and professional enrichment opportunities to persons working in the activity field or those who are interested in the provision of therapeutic activities. The Activity Therapists Association's education programs focus on the theory and practice of designing and providing Activities, Therapeutic Recreation, and Psychosocial interventions to enhance the functional abilities, self-esteem and quality of life for individuals within long term care, assisted living, retirement, hospital based SNF units and/or adult day services settings. The ATA is dedicated to promoting the vital importance of Activity Therapy and in maintaining and improving the physical, mental and emotional well-being of persons across the health care continuum. |
Association of New Mexico Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
Association of New Mexico Activity Professionals was organized in August of 1989. It was formed to: 1.Encourage, increase knowledge, provide means for growth and recognition of Activity Professionals. 2.Provide access to other professionals for ideas and networking. 3.Provide information about Legislative updates. The members meet once a year at the Annual Conference and quarterly in their established districts. |
British Columbia Activity Coordinator's AssociationContact Person actnet
The British Columbia Activity Coordinators' Association (BCACA) provides services to its members through information dissemination, education, advocacy of the profession to other disciplines and/or agencies to promote quality standards of practice. The BCACA is a professional, non-profit organization established for those individuals interested in providing leisure and recreation services for the elderly. |
Colorado Activity Professionals' AssociationContact Person actnet
Our mission is to provide "quality of life" of our clients through an on going balance of physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional activities. We encourage self-expression, self-discovery and life long learning. We help the activity professional accomplish this by providing educational opportunities, networking, resource exchange and individual peer support. |
Delaware Council of Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
DCAP was established in 1975 and incorporated as a professional organization in 1990. It has come to be recognized by the eldercare community healthcare providers and regulatory agencies, as an organization that promotes and advocates the highest possible quality of life for the population, (primarily elderly) it serves. DCAP is known as an outstanding source of information, resources and educational opportunities.
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Eldergivers
ELDERGIVERS began, in 1985, as a faith-based effort to respond to a surprising statistic: More than 60% of nursing home residents never have a visitor. The Episcopal Church of St. Mary the Virgin in the Cow Hollow neighborhood of San Francisco gathered several of its members, trained them and started the Volunteer Visitor Program. This was the core of what has become a multi-faceted organization dedicated to fostering positive connections between elders and the wider community. |
Georgia Association of Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
GAAP Welcomes you...encourage, support, and promote programs of continuing education, training, and networking for paid and volunteer staff members who have responsibilities for planning activities for aging residents. We will establish and maintain liaisons with other senior living associations. |
Illinois Activity Profesionals AssociationContact Person actnet
The Illinois Activity Profesionals Association was founded in 1979 as a not-for-profit organization. IAPA strives to meet the needs and interests of Activity Professionals working within nursing homes, as well as retirement, adult day care services, senior centers, assisted living facilities, hospitals and mental health settings across Illinois. |
Indiana Activity Director AssociationContact Person actnet
Raise standards of performance. Help upgrade professional status. Keep abreast of new trends in activities / social service. Be informed of legislative changes. Exchange ideas. Share joys, successes and concerns. Receive answers and solutions. Receive peer support and recognition. Form lasting friendships |
Iowa Association of Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
The Iowa Association of Activity Professionals was organized over 25 years ago. IAAP offers education and networking for activity professionals across the entire state. It is governed by a 10 member Board of Directors that are elected by the attendees. |
Kansas Activity Directors AssociationContact Person actnet
The Kansas Activity Directors Association (KADA) is the only state group that represents activity professionals in institutional settings. KADA provides an opportunity for both professional and personal growth. The group has come to be recognized by other professional groups as the contact for the field of activity programming throughout the state of Kansas. |
Lodge Activity Coordinator's Association of AlbertaContact Person actnet
In May 1989 Cathy Nicolay, Activity Coordinator from Pines Lodge and Parkvale Lodge in the Piper Creek Foundation wrote a letter inviting Activity Coordinators to join her for a day of Program Sharing. The first meeting took place on Monday, September 18th 1989 at the Great West Inn in Red Deer. The itinerary included “A Get to Know You” session, brainstorming to find new ways to deal with problems, activity idea sharing and activity demonstrations. On the tenth anniversary Cathy was invited back as a special guest to see what her letter had produced in the end. Cathy was quite pleased.
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Maryland Activity Coordinators SocietyContact Person actnet
The Maryland Activity Coordinators Society was founded in 1975 as a professional organization to unite Activity Professionals in geriatric settings. |
Michigan Association of Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
Welcome to the home of the Michigan Association of Activity Professionals on the web. M.A.A.P. serves those working as activity professionals through seminars, conferences and newsletters. We provide a platform from which activity professionals may address their particular needs in the area of standards, training, programming, legislation and professional communication. |
Minnesota Statewide Activity Professionals AssociationContact Person actnet
To provide a source of mutual support and sharing of ideas for all persons in the field of activity programming. To promote and offer educational opportunities that specifically address the Activity Professional and the needs of the people they serve. To work with other professional groups, regulatory agencies and provider representatives to insure the delivery of activity services in a coordinated, client oriented atmosphere. |
New Jersey Activity Professionals AssociationContact Person actnet
By Activity Professionals to serve and represent Activity Professionals in the State of New Jersey. N.J.A.P.A. was formed as a professional organization for Activity Professionals working with geriatric and physically challenged populations in health care settings. The founders of N.J.A.P.A. joined together with common needs, concerns and goals to develop an organization that would clearly represent Activity Professionals in New Jersey. |
North Dakota Council of Activity CoordinatorsContact Person actnet
Incorporated in 1977, the North Dakota Council of Activity Coordinators (NDCAC) held its first annual convention in April of 1978. In 1995 the membership voted to change the organizations name to Activity Professionals of North Dakota (APND). Membership is open to all Activity Professionals, associate members, and other persons interested in promoting the APND mission statement. APND has continued to grow since its establishment. |
Pennsylvania Activity Professional AssociationContact Person actnet
The Pennsylvania Activity Professional Association was organized by Activity Professionals throughout the state to promote and support the Activity Practitioner. PAPA was founded in 1984 to advance the profession of Activity Directors within the long term health care setting. PAPA is a non-profit, professional organization with a focus on promoting the needs of Activity Professionals. PAPA has been founded in recognition of the increased accountability demands and dramatic changes facing the health care industry.
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Quebue Association of Activity ProfessionalsContact Person actnet
QAAP is committed to providing a forum, which will facilitate communication and networking, as well as support the establishment of standards of practice for individuals in the activity/recreation/leisure profession. This in essence will promote the advancement of quality programming for all the population we serve. QAAP will also strive to raise awareness of the profession through promotion and advocacy of recreation and leisure and its therapeutic benefits. |
Resident Activity Personnel in OhioContact Person actnet
Welcome to the RAP - Resident Activity Personnel in Ohio - Web site. Activity Professionals welcome the challenge of a new year and the experience we gain. It is a comfort to know that no one is alone in this and that together we work for the improvement of our profession and the Quality of Life for those whom we serve. |
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