The Federal Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) has released a schedule of activities to support the health and wellbeing of military Veterans in the ACT during Veterans’ Health Week, this week.
The Department said social connection was the key focus of Veterans’ Health Week this year.
“This year’s theme of Social Connection is one of the most important aspects of your mental health and wellbeing, and it is more important than ever this year to remain connected with your family, friends and local community,” the Department said.
“We’d like to remind you to continue to practice social connection and embed simple activities into your weekly routine, which will help you to improve your overall mental health and wellbeing,” it said.
“Local organisations and community groups have come up with some innovative ideas for hosting activities this year such as virtual fitness events, indoor skiing, trivia challenges and workshops in mental health, makeup, cooking and art, creating new opportunities for our veteran communities across Australia.”
DVA encouraged veterans to reach out to people who were feeling isolated, particularly while the community continued to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As Veterans’ Health Week comes to an end on 1 November, we remind the veteran community that events will continue to be hosted for the next couple of weeks in local communities across the country,” it said.
Information on Veterans’ Health Week events in the ACT can be accessed at this PS News link.
