GANS: The Gerontology Association of Nova Scotia, established in 1977, is a voluntary organization whose members are individuals, families and organizations throughout Nova Scotia who have an expressed interest in older Nova Scotians. Through the support and participation of its members, the Association consults with government, organizations and individuals, provides networking and educational opportunities locally and provincially, supports gerontological research within the province, and fosters communication and positive working relationships between professionals and organizations.
Our Board:
President
Dr. Paige Moorhouse, MD – Centre for Health Care of the Elderly, Capital District Health Authority
Past President
Nila Ipson, School of Health and Human Performance, Dalhousie University
Vice President
Kathy Ward – Recreation Therapy, Capital District Health Authority
Secretary
Deborah Dostal, Spencer House
Treasurer
John Verlinden – Northwood
Members at Large
Susan Hutchinson – School of Health and Human Performance, Dalhousie University
Chris Rafuse – Dalhousie University
Chantal Carey – Dalhousie University
Heather Praught – NS Department of Health Promotion and Protection
Rachel MacDougall – Mount Saint Vincent University
Kerry Langlois – Office of the Ombudsman
Sharon Reashore – Caregivers Nova Scotia
Cheryl Cook – Geriatric Medicine Research Unit, Dalhousie Univeristy
Sandra Murphy – Community Links
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries: info@cakens.com