Report on 29th Annual Conference: "Gerontological Nurses Leading The Way"

April 30th, Capri Hotel and Convention Centre, Red Deer

29th Annual Conference and AGM a great success!

The Alberta Gerontological Nurses Association (AGNA) brings together nurses who are interested in gerontology and geriatrics, and whose intent is to improve the health, wellness and quality of life of older adults. AGNA is a conjoint member of CGNA - the Canadian Gerontological Nursing Association.

This years Annual Conference and AGM was held on April 30th in the Capri Hotel and Convention Centre, Red Deer, and the theme was "Gerontological Nurses Leading The Way".

April 30th was a beautiful spring day - the previous day‟s blizzard in the south of the province had passed and everyone who planned to attend was able to safely drive to Red Deer. Over 150 gerontological nurses were there – from registered nursing students (several were sponsored by the Red Deer chapter), educators, administrators, licensed practical nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, front line staff from all sectors (acute care, continuing care, home care), clinical specialists, researchers and retired nurses. The mood was ebullient – people were delighted to be connecting with one another and to have a learning day devoted to advancing the care of older adults.

 Guest speakers included...

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