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Clare to host ‘Health and Wellbeing’ Age Expo

Age Friendly Ireland | Local | Clare

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Clare Older People’s Council will host a ‘Health and Wellbeing, Age Expo’ on Friday, 30th June 2023, at Tracey’s West County Hotel, Ennis from 11.00am to 4.00pm. All are welcome.

The Age Expo will showcase the supports and services available in County Clare that are of interest and use to Older People. The Mid-West Community Healthcare – Integrated Care Programme Older Persons, Active Ennis, Alone, Clare Libraries, Local Link and Sláinte an Chláir are just some examples of those displaying at the event.

Guest speakers will discuss the new ‘Healthy Age Friendly Homes’ initiative and ‘Preparing for a Healthy Retirement’. Attendees will also have an opportunity to participate in a singing taster session, hear talks on Active Ageing and attend a cookery demonstration. The Irish Heart Foundation will also carry out free health checks during the event. On-site parking is available and the public bus stops just outside the venue, Tracey’s West County Hotel.

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