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What Is the National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies (NARA)?
November 20, 2024
The National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies (NARA) is a leading organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for rehabilitation providers across the United States. Since its establishment in 1978, NARA has been at the forefront of promoting excellence in rehabilitation services, ensuring that providers have the resources and support they need to deliver high-quality care.
History of NARAFollowing... Read More
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National Caregiver Month: Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Healthcare
November 13, 2024
Categories: Caregiving, General
As we celebrate National Caregiver Month, NARA would like to take a moment to acknowledge the tireless efforts of family and friend caregivers across the country. These selfless individuals provide essential support to their loved ones, often sacrificing their own time, energy, and well-being in the process. Let’s dive into the importance of family caregivers, some of the challenges they face, and how rehabilitation services can help.
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National Patient Safety Awareness Week 2024
March 10, 2024
Categories: Best Practices, Falls Programs, General, Long Term Care, Patient Engagement, Patient Safety, Skilled Nursing Facilities
National Patient Safety Awareness Week is being celebrated on March 10-16, 2024. The week is a way to highlight and improve patient safety in all healthcare settings by bringing awareness of best practices and improving access to resources to improve patient safety.
History of National Patient Safety Awareness Week
National Patient Safety Awareness Week was initiated by the National Patient Safety foundation in 2002. Using increased awareness... Read More
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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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Essential Questions to Ask a Healthcare Recruiter
May 18, 2023
Categories: General, Physical Therapy, Tips
Are you currently seeking a physical therapist to enhance your practice? Enlisting the help of a healthcare recruiter can offer tremendous advantages! Today, we present a collection of crucial questions you should pose to your healthcare recruiter. By asking these questions, you can maximize the likelihood of finding the most suitable candidates for your needs. Keep reading to uncover these valuable insights!
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Benefits of Continuing Your Education with NARA
March 28, 2023
Categories: Collaboration, Education, General, Goals, Leadership Development
The rehabilitation industry is always evolving and changing, so it is important to stay up to date on the latest news and innovations. Continuous learning can help employees and employers gain new abilities, learn new procedures, increase interpersonal skills, and improve overall performance within your profession. Continue reading to find out what the benefits are of continuing your education with NARA.
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Chronic Pain and the Holidays
December 2, 2022
Categories: Articles, Exercise, General, Managed Care, Physical Therapy
The holidays can bring a lot of stress to our minds as well as our bodies. It is crucial to take care of our bodies during the holidays. Chronic pain can potentially restrict you from participating in holiday activities. We want you to be able to enjoy all the holiday fun, continue reading to learn about a few stretches that could relieve some of your chronic pain and allow you to have a... Read More
How to Get the Most Out of a Conference
August 29, 2022
Categories: Collaboration, Education, Fall Conference, General
Conferences are a great opportunity for networking and education, but they may seem overwhelming when there are so many presentations and conversations. Knowing how to strategically use your time will allow you to get the most out of the conference you are attending. When attending a conference, you want to maximize the benefits for you and your company, so here are a few tips to help you when you go to our next conference... Read More
Tips to Beat Healthcare Burnout
August 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Coronavirus, COVID-19, General, Mental Health, Self care
Burnout can take a toll on every healthcare worker and their patients. Healthcare workers are put under a tremendous amount of stress because of factors such as time pressures, chaotic environments, and overall responsibilities. Burnout is at an all-time high because of the pandemic, as more than 50% of healthcare workers reported symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health... Read More
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