October 2026 Activity Calendar

A month of seasonal inspiration, cultural celebration and meaningful activity ideas to support inclusive, person-centred engagement throughout October.
September 2026 Activity Calendar

The September NAPA Activity Calendar is now available. Use it to explore key dates and find inclusive ideas to support meaningful activity throughout the month.
NAPA Guidance for Drawing and Colouring Activities

A practical guide to using drawing and colouring as inclusive activities that support creativity, relaxation, self-expression and meaningful engagement.
Friendship Creativity Pack

A friendship-themed creativity pack with printable activities, conversation prompts, puzzles, postcards and colouring pages to support connection, reminiscence and meaningful engagement.
Adult Colouring Book – 50 Mandalas

A relaxing collection of 50 mandala colouring pages designed to support creativity, focus and wellbeing.
Ideal for calming creative sessions, mindfulness activities and meaningful engagement across care and community settings.
Spring Conversation Cards

Conversation cards exploring growth, fresh beginnings and springtime memories.
Supports communication, reflection and meaningful social connection through conversation.
NAPA’s Year Of Musical Expression

A comprehensive toolkit to inspire music-based activity and engagement.
Supporting connection, creativity and wellbeing through the power of music.
National Day of Arts in Care Homes Evaluation Report 2025

An in-depth evaluation exploring the impact of arts in care settings.
Highlighting outcomes, learning and the power of creativity in care.
Poetry Activities – Grab & Go

Simple and inclusive poetry activities designed to encourage creativity, reflection and connection.
Supports meaningful engagement through conversation, reminiscence and self-expression.
Autumn Conversation Cards

Conversation cards exploring autumn memories, comfort and seasonal change.
Supports reminiscence, emotional wellbeing and meaningful social interaction.