History
Two official associations represent Activity Professionals in the state of California. The Southern California Association of Activity Professionals (SCAAP) covers the 10 Southern California counties including San Luis Obispo. The Northern California Council of Activity Coordinators (NCCAC) covers the counties north of San Luis Obispo.
SCAAP began early in 1980 when several Southern California Activity Professionals met to organize.
The first official membership election and convention were held in June of 1981, under the name of Southern California Council of Activity Coordinators (SCCAC). Membership has grown steadily since conception.
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In March 1994 the name was changed to the Southern California Association of Activity Professionals (SCAAP) to reflect the diversity of the growing profession.
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Many local activity associations and Activity Professionals from surrounding states provide support and resources to SCAAP. With their ongoing assistance, the Association serves many Activity Professionals each year.
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Mission
SCAAP is committed to advocating and supporting quality standards, educational training, & professional growth for Activity professionals. We support the cultural & educational backgrounds of its members as well as value for expanding & improving the quality of life for those we serve. We strive to educate staff & the public to have better understanding about the importance of the activity profession.
ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS' TESTIMONIALS
ON OUR PAST EVENTS
"First time attending it was great! I learned a lot, couldn't have been better."
Alejandra B
"Valuable FREE Gardening Project information can't wait to start with my Residents."
Jennifer J
"Many Thanks to the SCAAP Board for the hard work for this Great Symposium."
Ludy B
"Learned more meaningful information about connecting with the families."
Elvira G
"Valued the many new techniques to dealing with difficult Residents with positive outcomes."
Joanna A
"I have access to new information and technology I can utilize while planning innovative activities for my residents."
Rhonda H
"Very informative and insightful. Great Speakers with empowering information."
Agnes C
"Registration was easy and fast.
Engaging, energizing, lots of fun, vendors highlights."
Danielle G
Services
SCAAP provides the following services
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Education
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Information Exchange
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Peer Recognition
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Professional Ethics
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Resource Availability
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Service Opportunities
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Therapeutic Values
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Industry Relations
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Peer Association
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Peer Recognition
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Professional Advocacy
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Representation
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Self-Improvement Assistance
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Standards of Practice