NATIONAL CAMPAIGN · 2026

Year of Culture

MEMBERSHIP · APRIL 2026 - MARCH 2027

Great activity starts with strong support.

Join 2,700+ care services who trust NAPA to support their teams with practical resources, accredited training and a national community of activity professionals.

Member confidence

95%

Would recommend NAPA

93%

Say it’s good value for money
NAPA Membership Survey 2024

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Five pillars of NAPA membership.

Everything your team needs to deliver outstanding activity provision – together in one membership.

Learning

Accredited training and qualifications

150+ eLearning courses, OCN London accreditation, member-rates.

Resources

The Activity Shed, 24/7

2,400+ activity ideas, guidance, calendars, Members e-magazine and Big Screen Games.

National Activity Forum & Advisory Groups

Free monthly forum, peer support, advisory groups.

Voice

Direct support & advice

Activity Support Service for confidential guidance from NAPA experts.

RECOGNITION

Industry-recognised status

NAPA Member certificate, digital badge and professional commitment. 

Why it matters

A team that’s confident, supported and connected.

High-quality activity provision doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built by skilled professionals who combine creativity, empathy, organisation and professional judgement.

NAPA membership gives your team the evidence-informed guidance, ongoing development and trusted national network they need to make every day meaningful for the people in your care.

Got a question? Email members@napa-activities.org.uk

87%

A WORKFORCE CALLING FOR CHANGE

of Activity Providers advocate for greater professional recognition of their role.

National Activity Providers Survey, 2024 – NAPA membership is part of the answer.

Pricing

One price. Your whole team.

£

199

Valid until 31st March 2027 

Save up to £50 with a multi-year membership

Prefer to pay less often? NAPA membership is also available on a two or three year basis at a reduced rate.

valid until 31st March 2028 £373
VALID UNTIL 31st March 2029 £547

What our members say

Voices from across the sector

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Being a NAPA member keeps us connected to new ideas, best practice and a network of professionals who are passionate about improving quality of life.

Sally P.

Care Home Manager

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NAPA membership has given our team access to invaluable resources, learning opportunities and practical support that have helped us strengthen meaningful engagement.

Mike S.

Regional Activity Lead

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The guidance, inspiration and sense of community that comes with NAPA membership is invaluable, it helps us feel supported, informed and confident in what we do every day.

Jane K.

Activity Coordinator

WHO CAN JOIN

Built for every kind of care setting.

NAPA membership supports any service where meaningful activity matters – across all care types, scales and settings.

Partners & Supporters

In partnership with the organisations shaping care.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Membership questions, answered.

What is the NAPA Member Portal / The Activity Shed?

The NAPA Member Portal is your dedicated online membership platform, designed to help you make the most of your NAPA membership. Accessible anytime, anywhere, the portal provides access to your membership information, digital membership certificate, exclusive member benefits and offers, upcoming events, renewal notifications, and important NAPA news and communications.

Within the Member Portal, you’ll find The Activity Shed – packed with practical tools, guidance, activity resources, best practice examples and sector updates to support meaningful engagement and high-quality activity provision.

The NAPA Member Portal provides a single destination for membership management, professional support, inspiration and resources, helping members enhance wellbeing, promote meaningful connections and improve quality of life for those they support.

Joining is simple. Please follow the link to the application form in order to join NAPA and complete the online membership application form.

Once your application has been submitted and payment has been received, you will receive a welcome email containing:

  • Confirmation of your membership, membership number and password and membership poster
  • A link to the Member Portal where you will be able to download your certificate and digital badge. 

NAPA membership costs £199 per year. Membership runs annually from 1st April to 31st March each year.

 

Your membership expires on 31st March each year, as indicated on your digital membership certificate. In the weeks before your membership is due to expire, you will receive a renewal notification within the NAPA Activity Shed. Please look out for your renewal invoice and membership reminders to ensure uninterrupted access to your membership benefits.

No. NAPA memberships do not automatically renew. You will receive a renewal invoice when your membership renewal date approaches. Members may also choose to renew for several years in advance if preferred. For all renewal options and enquiries, please contact: finance@napa-activities.co.uk

NAPA membership includes access to a wide range of exclusive member benefits, click the info pack here 

 

NAPA currently offers a standard annual membership.

NAPA membership is an annual membership running from 1st April to 31st March each year.

 

Your membership certificate becomes available once your membership has been activated. Download your certificate from The Member Portal.

Once you have activated your membership and logged into the Member Portal, you will be able to access

  • Member discounts
  • Event information
  • Member-only offers
  • Partner promotions
  • Your digital membership certificate
  • Guidance, resources, best practice examples to support activity provision

All of these are available through the Member Portal.

Membership cancellation requests can be submitted in writing to enquiries@napa-activities.co.uk Membership fees are non-refundable once membership has been activated. See our membership Terms and Conditions.

 

If your membership expires, access to member benefits will be suspended until your membership is reactivated.