MEPAP II Classroom Starts this Month

September is World Alzheimer's Month

      September is World Alzheimer’s Month, as established by the Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) organization. ADI is an international federation of Alzheimer’s associations from around the world.  The ADI’s mission is to globally focus attention on AD and provide resources to the associations and care givers from around the world.  Four years ago, ADI initiated the first World Alzheimer’s Day to raise awareness and reduce the stigma related to AD.  The theme for this year’s World Alzheimer's Month is Remember Me. The theme emphasizes encouraging people to learn the initial signs of dementia and to remember the ones who are currently living with dementia or those who may have passed away. 

 

CMS Seeking Input to Federal Regulations

      NJAPA's Fall Forum is October 23rd in East Windsor.  There are some great speakers scheduled so don't miss it.    

     The workshop and conference page on my site has been updated.  There are many other educational offerings available through the fall - check it out.      Feel free to send me seminar and conference information to post on the Workshop and Conference page.   All conference/workshop info is shared at no charge.

      In the meantime - if you are still in need of continuing education hours - visit the independent study continuing education page. We have over 29 programs on a variety of topics to meet the educational needs of the activity/recreation professional working in the long term care continuum.  Most of the programs are based on books which you get to keep after completing the program.  The programs are portable so you can complete the program around your busy schedule.

I have been proudly NCCAP certified since 1987 and NJ has the distinction of being the #1 state in the world with the most NCCAP certified activity professionals.  The NCCAP has grown with our profession, introducing clear and acheivable standards which have strengthened our role in the long term care continuum.  I have proudly served on the NCCAP board for the past six years, with the past two years as President.  My term is ending soon but not my support for this certification. 

√ For personal assistance in defining your path toward certification, e-mail today.

MEPAP is also available through independent study which can be started at any time and completed at your own pace.  Feel free to e-mail me to discuss whether independent study is right for you.

 

The job board remains an active place to seek a job or seek qualified individuals to work in your department.  All jobs are posted at no charge.  I am listing the  most recent director posting here but there are many more positions on the job board as well as additional information about this position.  If you find any of the positions filled, please let me know. 1. Director of Activities for a nursing home in Essex County.  Please send all resumes or questions to 973-731-3449. 2. Director of Activities for King Manor Care Center in Neptune - a skilled nursing facility in Monmouth County.  Apply to cmandelbaum@kingmanor.com 3.  Director of Activities for Shorrock Gardens, a skilled nursing facility in Brick (Ocean County). Apply to Debbie Shapiro, Administrator by emailing or faxing resume to 732-451-0877. 4. Activity Director for Mullica Gardens Assisted Living in Mullica Hill (Gloucester County).  This is brand new assisted living.  Apply to Pat Willis via e-mail. 5. Assistant Director of Activities for Lincoln Park Care Center in Lincoln Park (Morris County).  Apply to ESTHER via e-mail or call 201-741-5341or 973-696-3300. 6. Caregiver Manager for Home Health agency in Cherry Hill and Manchester, NJ.  Apply to Tammy Whiting via e-mail.