Table 1 Various ageing policy frameworks available globally
From: Bridging the gap in ageing: Translating policies into practice in Malaysian Primary Care
Policy frameworks | Definitions | Countries Adopting |
|---|---|---|
Active Ageing (WHO) | Continuing participation in social, economic, cultural, spiritual and civic affairs by older persons and not just being physically active or mere participation in the labour force [12]. | United Kingdom and Europe |
Active Ageing (Adapted) | Optimizing opportunities for physical, social, mental well being throughout life, in order to extend healthy life expectancy, productivity and good quality of life as people age [13]. | Malaysia |
Healthy Ageing | All Australians have the opportunity to maximise their physical, social and mental health throughout life. Population health strategies promote and support healthy ageing across the lifespan. Information, research and health care infrastructure is available to support the healthy ageing of the Australian population [14]. | Australia |
Successful Ageing | Multiple dimensions of functioning and wellness are measured and these include cognitive and affective status, overall physical health, social functionally and life engagement including life satisfaction. These will form the salient determinants of successful ageing [15]. | Singapore |
Healthy Ageing | A lifelong process of optimising opportunities for improving and preserving health and physical, social and mental wellness, independence, quality of life and enhancing successful life-course transitions [16]. | Canada |
Positive Ageing | Shine a positive light on ageing and older persons by recognizing their potential skills and ability rather than their age [17]. | New Zealand |