About PNA

The Professional Network on Aging (PNA) is a non-profit membership organization which began in Memphis in 1976. We currently have over 250 member organizations and 500 individuals serving today’s and tomorrow’s seniors. PNA provides networking opportunities for those serving seniors to come together for professional development and to elevate the quality of life of those they serve. PNA serves the mid-south with members from Shelby, Fayette, McNairy and Tipton counties in Tennessee; Crittenden County in Arkansas; and Desoto County in Mississippi.

The goal of the Professional Network on Aging is to educate individuals on the issues that concern seniors in the community and to disseminate information and ideas to assist senior adults. PNA meets this goal by sponsoring events and workshops annually to provide opportunities to network, have educational seminars and promote services and resources available to seniors.

Our Mission

The Professional Network on Aging (PNA) links individuals and professional organizations serving seniors to promote professional development and elevate the quality of life in the Mid-South.

Our Vision

Our network of professionals serving the aging community will be unparalleled for our scope, effectiveness, advocacy, and passion for service to enrich quality of life in the Mid-South.

Our Values

  • We enhance family life and strengthen the bonds within our community by virtue of our work.
  • We commit ourselves to continuous professional growth and development so we can expertly address all aging issues in the Memphis and the Mid-South area.
  • We recognize that our work makes life better not only for aging adults but for their families and caregivers.
  • We celebrate the value of networking and promote its benefits at our meetings and functions. We will passionately pursue any goal or measure that will enhance the lives of our community’s older adults.
  • We advocate for families at every opportunity, placing service as an ideal beyond business.
  • We are actively engaged in our community and capitalize on every opportunity to promote awareness of issues that impact the lives of older adults.
  • We will always do what is right in serving the best interests of our aging population.
  • We will give back to those who paved the way for us by helping them live in security and with confidence that our community is committed to their well-being.