Journal Item
Click on the link below!
Please and thank you!
Monday, December 28, 2020
Friday, December 18, 2020
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
CDC RECOMMENDATION
CDC RECOMMENDATION FOR FUNERAL GATHERINGS
The CDC has many recommendations for the Covid, here is one of many!
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
CAN YOU DO THIS ASAP?
Journal Item ASAP
SWOT
Can you do this? Click on the link below!
https://www.linkedsenior.com/resource/webinar/activitiesstrong-virtual-winter-gathering/
Scroll down to Session three and download the presentation and go to page 16 of this link for details.
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Sunday, October 11, 2020
2020 New Certification Standards
Journal Item!
This link is for all people interested in National Certification.
Please place in your resource binder.
Thanks!
Click on the link below!
Friday, October 9, 2020
Voting Rights of Older Adults
· National Council on Aging: Healthy Voting
· Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Memo Reaffirming Nursing Home Residents' Right to Vote
· National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center: Voting Resources
· American Bar Association Commission on Law & Aging and the Penn Memory Center: Assisting Cognitively Impaired Individuals with Voting: A QUICK GUIDE
· National Guardianship Association: Guardians: Protecting the Right to Vote
· Center for Civic Design: Language Access and New Citizens
· The Arc: Disability Voter Guide
The national, nonpartisan Election Protection program is available to all voters who need information or assistance at all stages of voting, and have helplines in multiple languages to assist voters who encounter problems.
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Argentum Releases Essential Caregiver Toolkit to Encourage Safer Visitation and Reduce Health Risks of Social Isolation on Older Adults
Argentum Releases Essential Caregiver Toolkit to Encourage Safer Visitation and Reduce Health Risks of Social Isolation on Older Adults
Click Link Below
Journal on what works for you the Activity Professional
Friday, September 18, 2020
CMS Updates Nursing Home Visitation Guidance with Eye Toward Indoor Reunions
Sept, 2020
Please click on the following link and check out each area. What are you and your facility doing now and what is your plan of action? CMS Visitation LTC
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Profile of Older Americans
Journal Item
Profile of Older Americans
Click on the above link and find the applicable year and save as a resource. Thanks!
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Resident Engagement Index Score (REIS)
Journal item
Please click on the link above! Please take this Reis Index two times and journal on the first score and when you are completing your last core content journal on your second set of scores. What are your thoughts on this index? Please share your score, and thoughts, and ideas. Thanks!
#ActivitiesStrong
Resident Engagement Index Score (REIS)
WHITE PAPER Rebuilding Resident Engagement
Journal item--
WHITE PAPER Rebuilding Resident Engagement
Please write your thoughts on the above white paper. How does this or does not relate to your facility?
One paragraph in length or more!
Thank you.
ACS
Monday, August 31, 2020
MY FAX BY EMAIL IS BEING DELETED!
DO NOT JOURNAL ON THIS ITEM
PLEASE NOTE THAT MY FAX COMPANY IS GETTING RID OF MY FAX BY EMAIL WHICH I HAVE USED FOR THE LAST FEW YEARS. I AM LOOKING FOR ANOTHER SERVICE. PLEASE NOTE--PLEASE SCAN OR ATTACH ALL ASSIGNMENTS. IF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO USE A SCANNER PLEASE CONTACT ME ASAP.
Easily Scan Documents with Your Electronic Device
Two links that will show you how to use your smartphone or tablet to scan documents. Better than a fax machine.
For IOS Device:https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-scan-documents-with-your-iphone/
For Android Device:https://www.howtogeek.com/209951/the-best-ways-to-scan-a-document-using-your-phone-or-tablet/
Friday, August 21, 2020
Definitions of Common Terms Used in Long-Term Care and Culture Change
Journal item-
Please place in your folder for the MEPAP for a great reference and goto item!
Definitions of Common Terms Used in Long-Term Care and Culture Change
50 Questions to Ask Someone Instead of “How Are You”
Journal Item
50 Questions to Ask Someone Instead of “How Are You”
Click Link Below
HOW TO STOP ASKING, “HOW ARE YOU?” AND CREATE REAL CONVERSATION
Journal item-
Great article to read! Click on the link below!
HOW TO STOP ASKING, “HOW ARE YOU?” AND CREATE REAL CONVERSATION
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
MEPAP COURSE GRADUATE
MANY HEARTFELT THANKS
FOR A JOB WELL DONE!
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE #ACTIVITYSTRONG
KATRINA LAWRENCE, MOUNTRAIL COUNTY HEALTH CENTER OF STANLEY, ND HAS RECENTLY COMPLETED THE MEPAP(MODULAR EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS- PART 1-THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE APPROVED COURSE.
CHECK OUT THE COURSE FOR YOUR AREA MEPAP AND CE'S
Easily Scan Documents with Your Electronic Device
Two links that will show you how to use your smartphone or tablet to scan documents. Better than a fax machine.
For IOS Device:https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-scan-documents-with-your-iphone/
For Android Device:https://www.howtogeek.com/209951/the-best-ways-to-scan-a-document-using-your-phone-or-tablet/
Remote Testing for the National Exam Now Available!
NCCAP is excited to announce that a remote testing option of the national exam is now available. This means candidates can take the national exam in the comfort of their home or office at a time that is convenient - 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
There are specific parameters that need to be met, set by the testing company, in order to be able to take advantage of this option. Candidates need a working webcam and certain requirements within their computer which are outlined on the Prometric site. The test is taken in an indoor location, with no materials or additional people in the room. A testing proctor meets with test candidates prior to starting the exam to ensure all requirements are met. Test takers are also proctored virtually while taking the exam to ensure the integrity of the exam is maintained.
Candidates are still able to visit a local testing center to take the exam if they choose. For more information or assistance in deciding if this option is right for you, please contact mepap@nccap.org
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Mentor/Mentee
Love this article! Your practicum supervisor is your mentor and you are the mentee!
PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR PRACTICUM SUPERVISOR!
6-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-new-mentor-mentee-relationship
PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR PRACTICUM SUPERVISOR!
6-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-new-mentor-mentee-relationship
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Reopening Guide
A Breakdown Of CMS' Reopening Guidance For Skilled Nursing Communities
Where are you in your reopening?
Please Journal!
Where are you in your reopening?
Please Journal!
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Activity Director Certified
What a great accomplishment! ACS is so proud! Recently Joyce Decker, Activity Director at St. Lukes in Dickinson North Dakota received her ADC-Activity Director Certification through NCCAP(National Certification Council for Activity Professionals). #Activity Strong
CONGRATULATIONS!
MANY HEARTFELT THANKS
FOR A JOB WELL DONE!
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE #ACTIVITYSTRONG
SHANNON MEHRING, GOLDEN ACRES MANOR OF CARRINGTON, ND HAS RECENTLY COMPLETED THE MEPAP(MODULAR EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS- PART 1-THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE APPROVED COURSE.
CHECK OUT THE COURSE FOR YOUR AREA MEPAP AND CE'S
Thursday, June 18, 2020
Saturday, May 9, 2020
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Person Centered Care
Journal Item
Please read and give your instructor your thoughts!
Person Centered Care Is Much More Than A Buzz Word
Friday, April 10, 2020
Thursday, April 2, 2020
f- 880 Journal Item
MUST JOURNAL FOR ALL STUDENTS
State Surveyors and Inspection during the Covid 19 F-880
State Surveyors and Inspection during the Covid 19 F-880
Take a minute to read the document and print out Pages 10-28, the Facility Activities Checklist Tools, to help you evaluate your facility.
Journal on your evaluation,
Thanks, stay safe! F-Tag 880- Click on this link.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
FREE TRAINING-A MUST LINK TO REVIEW!
Free Training for Health Care and Individuals
Free Training items from Relias Learning
Free Training items from Relias Learning
Monday, March 23, 2020
A*P*P*L*A*U*S*E*
MANY HEARTFELT THANKS
FOR A JOB WELL DONE!
CONGRATULATIONS!
BRIDGET MATHAUSER, PRESENTATION MEDICAL CENTER OF ROLLA ND HAS RECENTLY COMPLETED THE MEPAP(MODULAR EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS- PART 1
cHECk out the course for your area MEPAP AND CE'S
Sunday, March 22, 2020
Instructor Visit
Last week I reached out to my students and or practicum supervisors concerning the course and the Covid - 19. Many of you returned the call last week-if you have not contacted me --it is imperative that you make that call ASAP.
Jane
Jane
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Monday, March 16, 2020
Covid-19 Surveyor guidance update!
Covid-19 Surveyor Update
3/16/2020
Please read the new surveyor guidance update!
This may change so be sure your facility keeps you updated!
Stay Safe!
3/16/2020
Please read the new surveyor guidance update!
This may change so be sure your facility keeps you updated!
Stay Safe!
Sunday, March 15, 2020
How to Use Zoom For Meetings!
Journal on how you used this!
This is a great free platform you may use with residents and families--
Also, great to deliver your presentations for Mepap
How to Use Zoom Online Meetings - Setting up an account and hosting a meeting tutorial
This is a great free platform you may use with residents and families--
Also, great to deliver your presentations for Mepap
How to Use Zoom Online Meetings - Setting up an account and hosting a meeting tutorial
Saturday, March 14, 2020
Activity Connection Free Items
Not a journal item!
https://www.activityconnection.com/coronavirus/
This is free--great items for adaptation during all the CDC restrictions
https://www.activityconnection.com/coronavirus/
This is free--great items for adaptation during all the CDC restrictions
Saturday, March 7, 2020
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
CMS and the Survey Process--FYI
As of March 4th--- a nice read on the survey process!
Update on CMS Survey!
Update on CMS Survey!
view each memo, please visit:
- Suspension of Survey
Activities
- Guidance for Infection Control
and Prevention Concerning Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): FAQs and
Considerations for Patient Triage, Placement and Hospital Discharge
- Guidance for Infection Control
and Prevention of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in nursing homes
Sunday, February 16, 2020
GREAT FREE TOOL
GREAT TOOL TO USE! (CLICK TO EXPLORE)
A link to a great free tool! It is free!
It is a spell check and a grammar check.
A link to a great free tool! It is free!
It is a spell check and a grammar check.
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Instructor Note
Hello all!
Please note that I will not be available for phone or email contact on February 17-18-19th. Please connect if possible before those dates. If you do send an email I will try to respond as soon as possible. Sorry for the inconvenience as this time is important for me and my family.
Thank you!💘
Jane
Please note that I will not be available for phone or email contact on February 17-18-19th. Please connect if possible before those dates. If you do send an email I will try to respond as soon as possible. Sorry for the inconvenience as this time is important for me and my family.
Thank you!💘
Jane
Monday, January 20, 2020
YOU ARE THE SUNSHINE!
Happy Activity Professionals Week!
ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS WHO
BRING SUNSHINE TO THE LIFE OF
THE PEOPLE THEY WORK WITH
CANNOT KEEP IT FROM
THEMSELVES.
YOU ARE THE SUNSHINE!!
Friday, January 17, 2020
f 603 Free from Involuntary Seclusion
Ftag of the Week – F603 Free from Involuntary Seclusion
Question? Does f603 pertain to the Activity Department? Just a thought question.
Friday, January 10, 2020
Just a saying-nothing more!
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The most important thing in communication is
hearing what isn't said.
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Peter Drucker,
management consultant, educator, writer |
Friday, January 3, 2020
National Activity Professionals Week
National Activity Professionals Week
What do you have planned for your week?
So, what does your January Calendar look like?
Please share in this blog some of the things you are doing?
National Activity Professionals Week!
What do you have planned for your week?
So, what does your January Calendar look like?
Please share in this blog some of the things you are doing?
National Activity Professionals Week!
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
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