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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 5d

📣 NAPA Members – we want to hear from you!

Our Annual Members Survey is now open. It’s your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPA’s 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

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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 6d

We’re 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.

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 11d

📣 NAPA Members – we want to hear from you!

Our Annual Members Survey is now open. It’s your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPA’s 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

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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 12d

🕊️ Yom Kippur begins this evening 🕊️
The Day of Atonement is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, a time of reflection, prayer and forgiveness.

In care settings, it’s an opportunity to honour tradition by creating space for quiet reflection and gentle conversation around hope and new beginnings.

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 14d

📣 NAPA Members – we want to hear from you!

Our Annual Members Survey is now open. It’s your chance to share your views and help shape the future of NAPA’s services for care and support teams across the UK.
Log in to the Activity Shed today to take part.

#NAPA #ActivityProvision #CareSupport

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 21d

🌿✨ Tomorrow’s the day! ✨🌿
National Day of Arts in Care Homes 2025 is nearly here 💚 Theme: GREEN 🌱🎨🎶

📸 Share your celebrations with #AICH2025 so we can showcase your creativity!

Free ideas & inspo 👉 digital.napa-activities.co.uk/view/8842832...
#AICH2025 #ArtsInCareHomes #Green #NationalDay

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 22d

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

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 27d

What does the colour green remind you of?

🌱 “This year our theme is GREEN — a colour of nature, renewal, and life. When you think of the colour green, what comes to mind?”
💬 Pop your answer in the comments below!

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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · 27d

The wait is over! We’re all set for an inspiring day at the NAPA Leaders Network. It’s going to be full of connection, ideas and energy. If you’re here with us, don’t forget to tag yourself – we can’t wait to share this experience with you!

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Sep 13

What does the colour green remind you of?

🌱 “This year our theme is GREEN — a colour of nature, renewal, and life. When you think of the colour green, what comes to mind?”
💬 Pop your answer in the comments below!

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Sep 12

🎉✨ Ready to celebrate the National Day of Arts in Care Homes? ✨🎉
Our FREE Get Involved Pack is bursting with ideas, inspiration and tips to help you join the celebrations on 24th September.
👉 Take a look and start planning today: digital.napa-activities.co.uk/view/8842832...

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Sep 12

What does creativity mean to you?

✨ “We’re getting ready for the National Day of Arts in Care Homes! Creativity can mean so many different things — painting, music, gardening, storytelling. What does creativity mean to you?

💬 Tell us in the comments!

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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Sep 6

There’s 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

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 27

The National Activity Conference 2026 - The Year of Culture
📍 Liverpool | 🗓 23 January 2026
🎟 Book your early bird ticket by 30 September: tinyurl.com/Activity-Con...
#CultureInCare #NAPAConference2026 #CPD

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 25

It’s the last bank holiday of the summer and a perfect time to relax, connect and make memories. Whether you’re enjoying the sunshine, having a quiet day at home or spending time with friends and family, we’d love to know…
What are you up to this Bank Holiday Monday? Share your plans in the comments

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 21

A Night at the Musicals
Sat 4 Oct 2025 | 7:30–9:30 PM (doors 7)
St James’ 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...

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 20

New to Care Roadshows this year are ‘Peer to Peer’ 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

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 20

🌟 Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! 🌟
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
💼 Exhibitor spots available now!
📩 Contact Gianna at [email protected].
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 18

The National Activity Conference 2026 - The Year of Culture
What will you gain from the NAPA Conference 2026?
📍 Liverpool | 🗓 23 January 2026
🎟 Book your early bird ticket by 30 September: tinyurl.com/Activity-Con...
#CultureInCare #NAPAConference2026 #CPD

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napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 17

🌟 Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! 🌟
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
💼 Exhibitor spots available now!

📩 Contact Gianna at [email protected].
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 14

🎨💜 National Day of Arts in Care Homes is coming!
Free resources, activity ideas & inspiration to help you celebrate in style – from bold group projects to simple creative moments.

👉 napa-activities.co.uk/the-national...

#AICH2025 #ArtsInCareHomes #GetCreative #ActivityIdeas #Inspiration

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 13

☕🧁 Afternoon Tea Week is here! 🧁☕
Show us how you’re celebrating between 11–17 August – from tea parties to cupcakes.
Tag @napaactivities.bsky.social and use #AfternoonTeaWeek2025 so we can share your bakes & brilliant ideas!

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 12

🎶🧁 Entries for NAPA’s Great Musical Bake Off close 24 Aug! Bake 12+ musical-themed cupcakes & win a £150 Baking Bundle! #AfternoonTeaWeek2025 #NAPA email entries to: [email protected]

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 11

✨ Sponsor a Category at the National Activity Awards! 🏆
Show your support for excellence in activity provision.
📩 Contact Gianna at [email protected].
#NAPA #ActivityAwards #CategorySponsorship

napaactivities.bsky.social @napaactivities.bsky.social · Aug 11

🌟 Exhibit at the National Activity Conference 2026! 🌟
Join us on 23rd January in Liverpool for The Year of Culture! Showcase your products and connect with professionals.
💼 Exhibitor spots available now!

📩 Contact Gianna at [email protected].
#NAPA2026 #YearOfCulture #ExhibitAtNAPA