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. 2008 Winter;69(4):198-200.
doi: 10.3148/69.4.2008.198.

Community nutrition policy for older adults in Canada

Caitlin More  1 , Heather Keller
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Community nutrition policy for older adults in Canada

Caitlin More et al. Can J Diet Pract Res. 2008 Winter.

Abstract

Purpose: Current prevention-focused nutrition policy for community-dwelling older adults in Canada is discussed.

Methods: Government websites were searched and key informants asked to identify relevant documents and policies specific to older adults. These were reviewed to find specific legislation on community nutrition programs for older adults.

Results: Despite this population's known nutritional risk, policies guiding community nutrition programs are extremely limited. Current policies and significant documents and organizations that could influence legislation are acknowledged.

Conclusions: Dietitians in diverse settings need to advocate for specific policy concerning preventive nutrition programs for older adults in Canada.

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