Older people: information and guidance

Caring for older people represents the largest area of adult nursing in the UK. Visit this page to find information and guidance on key issues related to the care of older people, including mental health support.

Older People's Forum

We support members working with older people in all care settings and specialities. We ensure that the voice of older people is at the centre of everything we do and is heard across the whole of nursing.

Meaningful activities for older people

Discover ways to plan meaningful activities when caring for people in a care home. Learn more about what a meaningful activity is, why it is a fundamental aspect of care, and the benefits of doing so in when it comes to improving physical and mental wellbeing.

Early career nurse network

Created by ECNs for ECNs, we add a unique perspective of the newly registered to the voice of nursing while providing peer-to-peer support and guidance at the beginning of the nursing journey.

Early career nurses network events

Summer Opening Updates

Our libraries in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London will have planned closure days in July and August. Check the changes before you plan your visit.

ECN blog

Read the latest blog posts from the Early Career Nurse Network

ECN guide to blogging

Use these tips to create an engaging and effective blog

Meet the team

More information about the ECN Network committee

Day in the life of an early career nurse

Day in the life of a newly registered nurse RCN NRN network members to find out what your future career in nursing could look like