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Veterans’ Health Week 2021 is set to run from 16 October to 24 October and this year’s 'Get Moving' theme encourages veterans and their families to increase physical activity.
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With the support of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Soldier On will host various face-to-face and online activities across the country to provide diverse opportunities for movement and social connection for all members of the veteran community, regardless of fitness levels, locations, or restrictions.
Veterans’ Health Week is a Department of Veterans’ Affairs program that aims to generate interest in, and raise awareness around, improving the health and wellbeing of former and current serving Australian Defence Force personnel, their families and carers.
The Get Moving initiative promotes positive habits that have the potential to improve all aspects of health and wellbeing according to Ivan Slavich, Soldier On CEO.
“Physical health is closely connected to our mental health and overall wellbeing. With the effects of COVID-19 restrictions continuing to impact the lives of our veterans, this year’s initiative is a welcomed encouragement to get active and see the ripple effect that physical movement can have on all aspects of life.”
“With a wide range of activities on offer, we encourage the entire Defence family to get involved and stay connected,” Slavich added.
From rock climbing to lawn bowls, water sports to virtual cooking classes, there is an activity to suit every member of the veteran community.
Soldier On’s Veterans’ Health Week activities are funded by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Details of all Soldier On Veterans’ Health Week activities can be found on the Soldier On events calendar.
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