At NAPA, we know that many activity providers may experience the menopause or perimenopause during their careers in care.
This World Menopause Day, weβre encouraging open conversations, kindness and self-care.
That is why NAPA Supports World Menopause Day 2025.
#WorldMenopauseDay
18.10.2025 07:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Your team powers everything you do, which is why taking a day together at Care Roadshows is so worthwhile.
It's where free CPD, meaningful conversations and fresh ideas help you grow together.
Register you and your team for free today: bit.ly/4k0XlTT
16.10.2025 07:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π£ NAPA Members β we want to hear from you!
Our Annual Members Survey is now open. Itβs your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPAβs services for care and support teams across the UK.
Log in to the Activity Shed today to take part. napa-activities.co.uk/my-account
#NAPA
08.10.2025 07:01 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Weβre proud to have Unilever Food Solutions as the main sponsor of the National Activity Awards Ceremony on 23rd January 2026 in Liverpool. Their support helps us celebrate excellence in activity provision across the sector.
07.10.2025 17:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π£ NAPA Members β we want to hear from you!
Our Annual Members Survey is now open. Itβs your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPAβs services for care and support teams across the UK.
Log in to the Activity Shed today to take part. napa-activities.co.uk/my-account
#NAPA
02.10.2025 17:05 β π 2 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
ποΈ Yom Kippur begins this evening ποΈ
The Day of Atonement is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, a time of reflection, prayer and forgiveness.
In care settings, itβs an opportunity to honour tradition by creating space for quiet reflection and gentle conversation around hope and new beginnings.
01.10.2025 18:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π£ NAPA Members β we want to hear from you!
Our Annual Members Survey is now open. Itβs your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPAβs services for care and support teams across the UK.
Log in to the Activity Shed today to take part.
#NAPA #ActivityProvision #CareSupport
29.09.2025 14:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
πΏβ¨ Tomorrowβs the day! β¨πΏ
National Day of Arts in Care Homes 2025 is nearly here π Theme: GREEN π±π¨πΆ
πΈ Share your celebrations with #AICH2025 so we can showcase your creativity!
Free ideas & inspo π digital.napa-activities.co.uk/view/8842832...
#AICH2025 #ArtsInCareHomes #Green #NationalDay
23.09.2025 07:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Name a better feeling than starting your day with free tea or coffee?
If you're interested in attending Care Roadshows South this October, register before the 23rd September 2025 to get yourself a free tea or coffee voucher to use at the event!
Register for free here: bit.ly/4k0XlTT
21.09.2025 09:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
What does the colour green remind you of?
π± βThis year our theme is GREEN β a colour of nature, renewal, and life. When you think of the colour green, what comes to mind?β
π¬ Pop your answer in the comments below!
16.09.2025 17:04 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 1
The wait is over! Weβre all set for an inspiring day at the NAPA Leaders Network. Itβs going to be full of connection, ideas and energy. If youβre here with us, donβt forget to tag yourself β we canβt wait to share this experience with you!
16.09.2025 11:07 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
What does the colour green remind you of?
π± βThis year our theme is GREEN β a colour of nature, renewal, and life. When you think of the colour green, what comes to mind?β
π¬ Pop your answer in the comments below!
13.09.2025 13:30 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
πβ¨ Ready to celebrate the National Day of Arts in Care Homes? β¨π
Our FREE Get Involved Pack is bursting with ideas, inspiration and tips to help you join the celebrations on 24th September.
π Take a look and start planning today: digital.napa-activities.co.uk/view/8842832...
12.09.2025 17:04 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
What does creativity mean to you?
β¨ βWeβre getting ready for the National Day of Arts in Care Homes! Creativity can mean so many different things β painting, music, gardening, storytelling. What does creativity mean to you?
π¬ Tell us in the comments!
12.09.2025 09:00 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Thereβs free CPD seminars coming to Leeds this November!
Join social care experts from National Care Group, Caremark, Namaste Care International and more as they share their knowledge and experience on the topics below.
Want to learn from our speakers? Register for free: bit.ly/4k0XlTT
06.09.2025 09:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
The National Activity Conference 2026 - The Year of Culture
π Liverpool | π 23 January 2026
π Book your early bird ticket by 30 September: tinyurl.com/Activity-Con...
#CultureInCare #NAPAConference2026 #CPD
27.08.2025 12:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Itβs the last bank holiday of the summer and a perfect time to relax, connect and make memories. Whether youβre enjoying the sunshine, having a quiet day at home or spending time with friends and family, weβd love to knowβ¦
What are you up to this Bank Holiday Monday? Share your plans in the comments
25.08.2025 07:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
A Night at the Musicals
Sat 4 Oct 2025 | 7:30β9:30 PM (doors 7)
St Jamesβ Church, Islington
An evening of musical favourites with James Loynes, Lily Armstrong, Becky Ambridge, Samantha Lea-Stewart & Felix Elliott on piano.
Tickets: www.tickettailor.com/events/anigh...
21.08.2025 07:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
New to Care Roadshows this year are βPeer to Peerβ sessions.
A space for care professionals to exchange practical ideas, learn from real experiences and explore fresh approaches to common challenges.
Register to your local Care Roadshows today: bit.ly/4k0XlTT
20.08.2025 17:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! π
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
πΌ Exhibitor spots available now!
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA
20.08.2025 07:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
The National Activity Conference 2026 - The Year of Culture
What will you gain from the NAPA Conference 2026?
π Liverpool | π 23 January 2026
π Book your early bird ticket by 30 September: tinyurl.com/Activity-Con...
#CultureInCare #NAPAConference2026 #CPD
18.08.2025 17:03 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! π
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
πΌ Exhibitor spots available now!
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA
17.08.2025 07:02 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π¨π National Day of Arts in Care Homes is coming!
Free resources, activity ideas & inspiration to help you celebrate in style β from bold group projects to simple creative moments.
π napa-activities.co.uk/the-national...
#AICH2025 #ArtsInCareHomes #GetCreative #ActivityIdeas #Inspiration
14.08.2025 17:05 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
βπ§ Afternoon Tea Week is here! π§β
Show us how youβre celebrating between 11β17 August β from tea parties to cupcakes.
Tag @napaactivities.bsky.social and use #AfternoonTeaWeek2025 so we can share your bakes & brilliant ideas!
13.08.2025 07:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
πΆπ§ Entries for NAPAβs Great Musical Bake Off close 24 Aug! Bake 12+ musical-themed cupcakes & win a Β£150 Baking Bundle! #AfternoonTeaWeek2025 #NAPA email entries to: mike@napa-activities.co.uk
12.08.2025 09:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
β¨ Sponsor a Category at the National Activity Awards! π
Show your support for excellence in activity provision.
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA #ActivityAwards #CategorySponsorship
11.08.2025 17:03 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! π
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
πΌ Exhibitor spots available now!
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA
11.08.2025 12:02 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
β¨ Sponsor a Category at the National Activity Awards! π
Show your support for excellence in activity provision.
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA #ActivityAwards #CategorySponsorship
09.08.2025 17:01 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
π Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! π
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
πΌ Exhibitor spots available now!
π© Contact Gianna at gianna@napa-activities.co.uk.
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA
08.08.2025 17:00 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
"Did you know?
NAPA membership gives you:
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FREE & discounted eLearning & qualifications
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Thousands of activity ideas & resources
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Click HERE to join now! napa-activities.co.uk/napa-members...
Email Natalie for more info: Natalie@napa-activities.co.uk
#Activities
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We're a cross-party group of @houseofcommons.parliament.uk MPs holding the Department of Health and Social Care and its associated bodies to account.
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ESRC Research Centre addressing pressures and inequities in how people experience social care.
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