We are a Practice Group of the American Dietetic Association.

The Gerontological Nutritionists (GN) Dietetic Practice Group (DPG) consists of approximately 3000 registered dietitians and dietetic technicians registered who are interested in gerontology and nutrition. We are employed in a variety of settings including but not limited to:

• hospitals
• long-term care facilities
• adult day care facilities
• home health agencies
• government agencies
• community nutrition programs
• senior nutrition programs
• home delivered meals programs
• education & research facilities

As a group we are involved in a variety of projects such as:

• advocating for legislative issues related to aging and nutrition
• developing nutrition standards for community practice
• strengthening our own member network.

Our primary communication tool is our quarterly newsletter and a major portion of each year’s activities center around the American Dietetic Association's Annual Meeting and Exhibition during which we typically have:

• Fall Board Meeting
• Sponsoring a Educational Session
• Gerontological Nuntritionists Business Meeting
• Gerontological Nutritionists Reception
• Dietetic Practice Group Showcase