About GAPNA
The Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA) is the premier professional organization and community for advanced practice providers, including nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, other clinicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals who care for older adults across primary, acute, post-acute, home, and long-term care settings.Why GAPNA Exists
Every day, advanced practice providers across diverse practice settings serve older adults—whether as part of a broader patient panel or exclusively. GAPNA uniquely supports this reality by offering education, advocacy, leadership, community, and evidence-based practice that strengthens your effectiveness and confidence in aging care.
What We Offer
- Educational Excellence: From free monthly learning sessions to our Online Library, plus two signature conferences—PharmaCon (spring pharmacology & prescribing conference) and ENGAGE (fall conference)—we deliver timely, relevant, and practice-enriching content.
- Advocacy & Influence: GAPNA champions policies and legislative efforts that expand and elevate the role of APPs in caring for older adults.
- Community & Networking: Join peers from across specialties and care settings, share insights, and grow as professionals within GAPNA’s inclusive network.
Mission & Vision
► Mission
Promoting excellence in advanced practice nursing for the well-being of older adults.
► Vision
To continue to be the trusted leaders for the expert care of older adults.
We Are Your People
Launched in 2023, the "We Are Your People" campaign celebrates the inspiring members who form the heart of GAPNA. Your journey didn’t start as a gerontological nurse—so share what brought you here. Why nursing? Why older adults? And how did you find your professional home with GAPNA?
What We Do:
- We advocate quality care for older adults.
- We promote professional development.
- We provide continuing gerontological education.
- We enhance communication and professional collaboration among healthcare providers.
- We educate patrons regarding issues of aging.
Our Impact
► Advocacy
As dedicated advocates for older adults, GAPNA champions policies that enhance compassionate, quality care for this growing population. We prioritize legislative actions that directly support the health, dignity, and well-being of older adults, ensuring their unique needs are met.
Explore GAPNA’s legislative policies and advocacy efforts.
► Publications
GAPNA is committed to enriching gerontological practice by offering specialized publications, including clinical journals and white papers, that provide practical insights and valuable resources. Our publications are thoughtfully crafted to guide and support our members at every stage, helping you deliver the highest quality of care for older adults.
Learn more about GAPNA’s publications and our partner resources.
► Education
GAPNA is committed to supporting healthcare professionals with meaningful educational resources that enhance the quality of geriatric care. From free monthly sessions to our extensive online library, we provide ongoing learning opportunities that cover every facet of gerontological practice.
