About OANHSS and our members

OANHSS is a provincial, non-profit organization representing long term care homes, seniors housing, and community agencies that provide care and services on a not-for-profit basis. There are over 585 members in total which includes commercial suppliers and associate members.   

List of OANHSS members

The Association was founded in 1919 as an association for managers and matrons of the aged and infirm. Today our mission is to represent and support the common goals of our members and to provide and advocate for quality non-profit housing and long term care programs and services. 

Members are located throughout the province. They may be stand alone projects or part of a continuum of care or “campus” setting that could include a range of services such as long term home care, independent living apartments, and support service programs.  The Association operates independent of government and funding comes primarily from member fees and revenue generated through programs and services.

Mission Statement

The Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors represents and supports our members in providing a continuum of quality not-for-profit long term care, seniors’ community services and housing.

Vision Statement

The Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors will be the recognized leader and champion of not-for-profit long term care, seniors’ community services and housing.

Statement of Values

The Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors believes:

• Independent, not-for-profit delivery of long term care, seniors’ community services and housing.
• The strength and credibility of speaking with a unified voice.
• Leadership through shared learning, collaboration and communication.
• Encouraging and recognizing personal and organizational excellence.
• Integrated continuums of care and services that support choice and dignity.
• Independent governance that supports an integrated health delivery system that is responsive to community needs.

List of OANHSS members