NATIONAL CAMPAIGN · 2026

Year of Culture

Annual celebration

National Activity Providers & Professionals Week

A celebration of activity, creativity and the people who deliver it.

National Activity Providers and Professionals Week is an annual UK wide celebration recognising the vital role of Activity Providers and Professionals across care and support services.

Activity Providers make an extraordinary difference every day. Through creativity, compassion and skill, they support individuals to stay connected, express themselves and experience joy, purpose and belonging. This week shines a spotlight on their contribution and celebrates the professionalism, innovation and dedication that defines activity provision.

Throughout the week, NAPA brings the sector together through shared learning, inspiration and celebration. It is an opportunity to recognise achievement, share ideas and strengthen the identity and voice of Activity Providers and Professionals across the UK.

National Activity Providers and Professionals Week is for everyone involved in activity and engagement, whether working in care homes, community services, hospitals, homecare or other support settings.

What happens during the week

Each year, the week includes a range of opportunities to connect and celebrate, which may include:

  • Live online sessions and discussions
  • Guest speakers and shared learning
  • Celebration events and sector recognition
  • Opportunities to connect with the wider activity community

 

You can also explore recordings, guides and resources from previous years below.

This Year

National Activity Providers and Professionals Week 2026 took place from 19th to 23rd January 2026 and launched NAPA’s Year of Culture.

The week brought the sector together through a programme of live online sessions, shared learning and celebration, culminating in the NAPA Conference and National Activity Awards.

We are grateful to Majesticare Luxury Care Homes for their generous sponsorship of the 2026 celebration.

You can rewatch the sessions below.

Reflection on NAPP Week 2026

Information
Reflections of NAPP Week 2026
A celebration of NAPP Week 2026, sharing highlights, reflections and the impact of a national week dedicated to recognising activity providers and professionals.
Activity Provider Activity Provision

Resources

Free resources to support your event

Social Media Guide : Support to help you share your activities, raise awareness and celebrate your team.

Guidance
Social Media Guide for AP's
A practical guide to using social media safely, creatively and professionally in care settings. Supports positive storytelling, consent, safeguarding and meaningful digital engagement.
Communication Digital Engagement Person-centred Photography Social media Technology Wellbeing
Photography Guide : Practical guidance to help you capture meaningful moments safely, respectfully and professionally.
Guidance
Photography Guide
A practical guide to photography, consent and social media use in care settings. Supports respectful, person-centred and creative photography practice.
Communication Creative Digital Engagement Person-centred Photography Social media Technology Wellbeing