We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and spoke at this year’s National Older People’s Council Convention, hosted by Westmeath County Council in Athlone last week. It was a privilege to bring together representatives from our 31 Older People’s Councils under this year’s theme, “Thriving Together – …
The Gratitude Card provides a simple and respectful way for people to acknowledge and thank friends, neighbours and family members who offer informal care, support or assistance. By recognising these everyday acts of kindness, the project aims to promote positive wellbeing, strengthen community connections and help reduce social isolation among …
‘The Galway Age Friendly Strategy 2026 – 2031 was launched in the Ard Rí Hotel, Tuam in January 2026. This joint City and County Strategy was officially launched by Cllr. …
Pictured L-R: Patricia O’Sullivan, Enterprise & Community Engagement Manager; Councillor Seán Hartigan, Mayor of Limerick Representative; Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Kieran O’Donnell TD; Dr Nóirín Ní …
Two one-bed apartments are available through this scheme which is entirely voluntary. They are set in a well-established and well-serviced area with plenty of amenities nearby. The rightsizing homes are located in a mixed tenure development, that includes both social and …
The sod has been turned on an €8.5m housing development in mid-Cork that will deliver 18 new homes and a specialist facility for people who have acquired brain injury. Work …
On so-called Blue Monday, the Waterford Older People’s Council flipped the script entirely. We began with a shared breath, grounding ourselves before launching into a powerful “blue sky” planning day …
Fingal County Council and Broomfield Construction have officially started work on transforming a run down 19th century townhouse in Swords. The project will refurbish, convert and extend the old building …
Once again, we hit the Highways and Byways of our lovely country. The Great Northern Hotel was our choice of venue for our annual three-day events. On arrival at the …
Limerick’s Age Friendly Ambassador, Celia Holman Lee, has released a stunning new book to mark two incredible milestones, her 60 years in the fashion and modelling industry and her 75th …
Roscommon’s Age Friendly Team/Regional PM and Roscommon County Council’s Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Callaghan with Minister O’Connor Minister O’Connor was warmly welcomed to Roscommon County Council on Thursday, 11th December 2025. …
On Wednesday the 10th of DecemberCarlow County Council, together with the Older People’s Council, celebrated the launch of the Age Friendly Carlow Strategic Plan 2025–2029 at VISUAL Carlow. The occasion …
There was lots of Christmas Spirit in evidence this week when members of the Community Team in Louth County Council packed and prepared over 300 Christmas bags & cards. The …
Westmeath County Council launched the Westmeath Age Friendly Strategy 2025–2028 on December 1st in Bloomfield House Hotel, reaffirming its commitment to creating a county where people of all ages can …
Bunclody Library Knitting Group – every Thursday 10.30am to 12.30pmNew members always welcome to join our weekly knitting group. No booking required. ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ Project Celebration …
Creative Christmas Connections in Kilkenny Join Kilkenny Age Friendly for events filled with festive cheer, music, and creativity in Kilkenny City this December. Tea, Tunes and Tidings – Enjoy some …
The ‘My Severe Weather Ready Guide’ was officially launched in Portlaoise on Friday, November 21 at the Laois PArtnership Office. My Severe Weather Ready Guide provides helpful tips for older people on …
Cork City Council has won a Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government award for its work on a project that uses surplus renewable energy to provide free hot water to …
How policies are influenced and shaped for older people across Waterford city and county were among the daylong discussions addressed by older people who attended the Annual General Meeting of …
On Friday 21st of Novemeber the 10th Anniversary National Meals on wheels Network Conference was held in the Strand Hotel, Limerick. The conference was offically opened by Minister of State …
Kildare Age Friendly SPOTLIGHT SERIES : AGE-FRIENDLY VOICES: A LEGACY OF KINDNESS will commence in January. We will feature one voice per month in the newsletter. Celebrating the Heart of …
Putting Your House in Order Workshops Creative Cavan, Cavan Age Friendly and Cavan County Library Service were delighted to welcome Irish Hospice Foundation and Decision Support Service to 4 workshops …
Over 100 older people from across County Cavan attended a recent Age Friendly Road Safety Event ‘Safe Journeys Ahead’ at Farnham Estate Hotel. The event was organised by Cavan County …
A social inclusion programme has released its first ever public case study to support older people in Meath, highlighting efforts to reduce isolation and strengthen community participation. The Social Inclusion …
