noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
healthy old age; being healthy in old age
Refers to the state of being healthy and active in old age. Often used in contexts of elderly care and wellness.
老健を保つためには、日々の運動が欠かせない。
Daily exercise is essential to maintain health in old age.
Abbreviation of 老健施設 (ろうけんしせつ). Refers to a type of care facility in Japan that provides rehabilitation services for elderly people.
See also: 老健施設
祖父は老健でリハビリを受けている。
My grandfather is receiving rehabilitation at a facility for the elderly.