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September 21 is World Alzheimer’s Awareness Day
September 21, 2024
Categories: Advocacy, Alzheimer's, Education
September 21 marks World Alzheimer’s Awareness Day, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and to show support for the millions of people affected by this challenging condition. At the National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies (NARA), we recognize the importance of this day in promoting education, advocacy, and support for those living with Alzheimer’s and their families.
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From Voice to Action: How to Advocate for Change
April 19, 2024
Categories: Advocacy
The National Association of Rehab Providers & Agencies (NARA) represents over 80,000 therapists, rehab providers, and rehab support organizations. We have a unique responsibility to advocate for change in the rehabilitation industry. Here are four steps to help you transform your voice into action:
1. Define Your Advocacy GoalsThe first step in effective advocacy is defining your goals. This could be anything from supporting... Read More
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From Vision to Action: How Foundations Shape Policy Landscapes
March 30, 2024
Categories: Advocacy
In the world of policy advocacy, foundations play a pivotal role in shaping the landscapes of various sectors, including the rehabilitation industry. The journey from vision to action involves a series of strategic steps that are crucial for effective policy change.
Advocacy: A Universal ToolAdvocacy is not limited to a select few; it’s a tool that everyone can use. It can be as simple as speaking up for a cause you... Read More
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Mastering the Journey: Navigating NARA – What We Do Best
February 8, 2024
Categories: Advocacy, NARA Advantage, NARA Membership
Welcome to NARA, where over 80,000 therapists and rehab providers find a home. With a mission to unite clinical excellence and successful business management, we're dedicated to sharing knowledge, support, and resources. As advocates for growth, we prioritize providing our members with invaluable benefits to positively impact their organizations. Delve into today's blog to find out more about what we do best here at NARA.
What is NARA?The... Read More
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How NARA is Advocating for the Rehabilitation Profession
January 25, 2024
Categories: Advocacy, Rehab Agency
NARA, the National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies, leads the charge in advocating for the rehabilitation profession. In this blog, we explore how NARA's initiatives empower therapy providers and associates, revealing the tangible steps, strategic alliances, and impactful efforts that define our role in shaping the future of rehabilitation. Come with us as we unveil the pathways to advocacy excellence.
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Join the #ChoosePT Movement
May 18, 2023
Categories: Advocacy, General, Physical Therapy
Have you heard about the #ChoosePT Movement? The #ChoosePT Movement was created by the American Physical Therapy Association to raise awareness and provide education about the effectiveness of physical therapy. Today, we will share with you more about what the #ChoosePT Movement is and how you can join!
What Is the #ChoosePT Movement?The #ChoosePT movement raises awareness about all the benefits of physical therapy. Physical... Read More
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How Advocacy Makes a Difference
July 1, 2022
Categories: Advocacy, General, Goals
Advocacy is defined as any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for, supports, or defends a particular cause. Advocacy seeks to influence decisions within society as well as political and economic institutions. Advocates raise awareness and support causes that are important to them. At the National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies (NARA), we believe in giving rehabilitation businesses a... Read More
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Impact of COVID on the Physical Therapy Profession
February 18, 2022
Categories: Advocacy, Coronavirus
By now, we are all aware of the impact that COVID-19 has had on the world. Everything from school to grocery shopping has been interrupted. However, the total impact isn’t quite yet known – even for those in the physical therapy world. Join NARA as we explore a few of the different ways COVID-19 has changed the way we work.
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Why is Advocacy Important?
January 21, 2022
Categories: Advocacy
Advocacy has been around for a long time and is an important aspect of society. Advocacy seeks to ensure that all people are able to have their voices heard on issues that matter most to them. This helps to not only protect their rights but also to help promote them.
So why do we need to advocate? Public policies are something... Read More
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Attention: Changes Coming to 2022 Billing
December 22, 2021
Categories: Advocacy, Billing, Compliance, Education, Healthcare, Legislation, Legislature
If you haven’t heard by now, there are big changes coming this year when it comes to the CMS Physician Fee Schedule. Among other things, it looks like things will be moving ahead when it comes to cuts in payment to almost three dozen healthcare divisions. We at NARA are keeping tabs on everything and wanted to make sure you were aware of advocacy efforts leading into this new year.
2021 Responses –... Read More