Gerontological Nursing Association Ontario (GNAO)

The Gerontological Nursing Association Ontario is an organization comprised of all classes of registered nurses (RNs), registered practical nurses (RPNs), retired nurses and student nurses, as well as allied health care workers (both professional and non-regulated) who are engaged in the care and well-being of older adults. Gerontological nursing is exciting and diverse — they work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, home care, community care, public health, retirement homes, long-term care homes and more! They are passionate about issues affecting older adults, including delirium, dementia, depression, bone health, falls, elder abuse, palliative care, and more.

Mission:
The mission of GNAO is to make a positive difference in the lives of older people and the nurses who care for them.

Vision:
All older people in the province of Ontario are cared for by nurses whose practice is evidence-informed, relationship-centred and meets the current Canadian Gerontological Nursing Competencies and Standards of Practice.