More than 15,000 nurses and healthcare clinicians from the long-term care community comprise AANAC, representing the full spectrum of the profession. Together, AANAC members enhance the body of knowledge surrounding long-term care nursing, share and exchange information, and elevate the profession. As the trusted provider of MDS information since 1999, AANAC members have the tools and information needed to perform their jobs successfully and accurately, thereby providing better care to residents. With 24/7 access to our web resources and tools, regular email communications, and a peer-to-peer community, members are never out of touch from their professional association of choice.