RESUMO
@#<p style="text-align: justify;">The needs and capabilities of the older adults should be determined to provide quality care and to make sure that they enjoy a quality life. This study aimed to determine the needs and capabilities of the older adults to Serve as the basis for the enhancement of the BSN program in Gerontology Nursing that will help undergraduate nurses provide quality care for the older adults. The study employed descriptive research design to determine the needs and capabilities of 928 older adults in 14 cities in Metro Manila. Documentary analysis and a researcher-made questionnaire composed of the descriptions of older adults' needs and capabilities were used. Mean and standard deviation were used to describe the needs and capabilities of older adults. 1-test and ANOVA were used to determine difference between the needs and their capabilities and when compared according to gender, civil status, number of children and educational attainment. Results showed that expenditure, health, services and housing needs are "much needed", by older adults and they have "good" capabilities. There is a significant difference in the needs and capabilities of older adults (p= <.01) and when compared to gender, civil status, number of children and educational attainment. The older adult's needs and capabilities are important in the assessment process and must be included in the curriculum. The capabilities of older adults must be maintained to a higher degree to ensure meeting older adult's present and future needs. The gaps identified in the gerontology nursing curriculum must be the bases for curricular enhancement.</p>