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It's time for a healthy aging strategy for Canada's Veterans
Madison Brydges1, David Pedlar2, John Muscedere3
1National Institute on Ageing, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Journal of Military, Veteran and Family Health
|July 31, 2026
Summary
Canada
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Public Health
- Veterans Health Services Research
Background:
- Canada's Veteran population is aging, presenting complex health and social needs.
- Existing systems may not adequately support this demographic's evolving requirements.
- A proactive and preventive approach to Veteran care is increasingly necessary.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a healthy aging strategy for Canadian Veterans.
- To ensure Veterans can age in place with comprehensive support.
- To shift Veteran care towards lifelong health and well-being.
Main Methods:
- Review of the urgency in reconceptualizing Veteran care.
- Exploration of the benefits of a healthy aging paradigm.
- Analysis of international best practices and collaborative models for Veteran healthy aging.
Main Results:
- Identified the critical need for a strategic shift in Veteran care.
- Highlighted the potential of healthy aging to improve Veteran outcomes.
- Provided insights into global approaches to supporting aging Veterans.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive healthy aging strategy is essential for Canada's aging Veterans.
- Adopting proactive, preventive, and holistic care models will enhance Veteran well-being.
- International collaboration and shared practices can inform effective support systems.
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