Who are we?

We are an association whose objective is to develop and strengthen a national support system offering mentoring relationships, networking and educational opportunities for social service professionals who serve older adults. You may view our Mission Statement, as well as useful Resources offered by NAFSSP.

Who is a social service professional?

Any person who has:

A degree in social work, psychology, sociology, human services, nursing, gerontology, education OR ---

Is performing a social service activity such as:

    Conducting interviews
    Conducting assessments
    Providing counseling
    Providing information or referral services
    Assisting in placements
    Providing advocacy services
    or assistance in wellness care

Why you would beneft from becoming an NAFSSP Member?

The primary goal of the association is to increase your skills and professional contacts to enhance your confidence in providing quality services to older adults in both your professional and personal life. Your skills and experience are also needed in a mentoring role for those colleagues who have expressed the need for someone in their community to be available to them in addressing issues in their work place.