"Providing nurses tools for 360° vision while proactively assessing older adults in BC"
American Geriatrics Society www.americangeriatrics.org/
This excellent resource includes a clinical practice guidelines section and public education section with large print one-page handouts on a variety of topics. It is also the place to order the handbook, Geriatrics at Your Fingertips.
Canadian Association on Gerontology www.cagacg.ca/whoweare/200_e.php
Canadian Association of Gastroenterologists www.prohealthcr.ca. It is a great site for information on osteoporosis.
Canadian Coalition for Senior's Mental Health www.ccsmh.ca
Excellent resource for professionals and caregivers on a variety of mental health issues.
Canadian Geriatric Society www.canadiangeriatrics.com/
Department of Family Practice Community Geriatrics - Faculty of Medicine
www.familymed.ubc.ca/geriatrics.htm
Care for Elders Poster 22 - 2007-20-0outline
Institute for Family Centered Care www.familycenteredcare.org/
US based organization that promotes the involvement of families in health care organizations. Downloadable profiles and references available; resources available for purchase.
LPN Cafe www.lpncafe.ca/
An on-line website for practical nurses to share and learn.
**Nurse Competence on Aging www.anfonline.org/nca.htm
Website includes a practice exam in gerontological nursing.
Seniors Mental Health Project www.seniorsmentalhealth.ca/index.html
A special interest group of the Canadian Association on Gerontology. Includes a resource manual and collection of best practices.
Gero Nurse Online www.geronurseonline.org/
Links with ** are good links for preparation for the Canadian Nurses’ Association Gerontology Exam.