In Thailand, family nurses are expected to provide support for older persons and their family members to promote healthy aging.\nFamily bonds are strong, and relatives are expected to take care of their older family members. However, there is limited research\non how older persons� family members perceive healthy aging. This study aimed to describe the conceptions of healthy aging held\nby the children and grandchildren of older persons in northeast Thailand. In a phenomenographic study, 14 interviews were\nperformed to qualitatively analyze different conceptions of healthy aging. Four descriptive categories emerged: being independent,\nnot being afflicted by diseases or illnesses, being a giver and a receiver, and being wise. Theconceptions of healthy aging entail both\nautonomy and interdependence. The relative�s perspective needs to be considered when policies relating to healthy aging are\nimplemented in the community and when family nurses provide support to families to promote healthy aging.
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