THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY AGING AND RELATED POLICIES IN OUR COUNTRY

Abstract

This study aims to examine the importance of healthy aging and the existing policies related to it in Turkey. The elderly population in Turkey is rapidly increasing, making the health and care needs of elderly individuals increasingly significant. Healthy aging aims to enhance the quality of life by maintaining physical, mental, and social health. This research is based on findings from interviews with 16 professionals who evaluate strategies that promote healthy aging and the quality of elderly care services. The study presents the challenges faced by elderly individuals and offers suggestions to overcome these challenges. It emphasizes strengthening social support networks, encouraging active participation of elderly individuals in social life, and evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies. In this context, various recommendations for improving elderly care services and strategies for promoting healthy aging are discussed. The study aims to contribute to policy development processes concerning healthy aging and elderly care.

Keywords

• Elderly care services
• Elderly Care Model
• Turkiye
• Netherlands
• Sweden

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