Launch of the Galway Age Friendly Strategy 2026 – 2031
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‘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. Helen Ogbu and Cathaoirleach Cllr. David Collins, who were joined by representatives from the Age Friendly Alliance, City and County Age Friendly Programmes and Older Person’s Councils, and the National Age Friendly Shared Service.
The launch of Galway City and County Age Friendly Strategy 226-2031 on Thursday in the Ard Rí Hotel, Tuam.
The strategy was developed in cooperation with service providers and members of the public in Galway City and County.
By responding directly to the specific issues that most affect older people living in Galway, the strategy will support the contribution and expansion of Age Friendly initiatives across the county, making Galway a great place in which to grow old. Photo: Mike Shaughnessy 22/1/26
The Galway Age Friendly Strategy 2026-2031 is a coordinated plan developed by Galway City and County Councils to make the city and county more inclusive, supportive, and accessible for older people. The strategy focuses on improving everyday life for older adults by enhancing public spaces, transport, housing options, social participation, community supports and access to information. It is shaped through extensive consultation with older residents, community groups, and service providers to ensure that the priorities reflect real needs. As Galway’s population continues to age, the strategy aims to ensure that the region remains a great place to grow older, promoting independence, wellbeing and strong community connections.’
Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr. David Collins with Deputy Mayor of Galway, Cllr Helen Ogbu with (l-r) Michael Ownes, Director of Services, Galway County Council, Maria Hall, HUB Planning and Leonard Cleary, Chief Executive of Galway City Council attending the launch of Galway City and County Age Friendly Strategy 226-2031 on Thursday in the Ard Rí Hotel, Tuam.
Attending the launch of Galway City and County Age Friendly Strategy 226-2031 on Thursday in the Ard Rí Hotel, Tuam ( l-r) Michaeal Ownes, Director of Services, Galway County Council, Kieran Coyne, Galway County Council Age Friendly Programme Manager, Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr. David Collins with Deputy Mayor of Galway, Cllr , Dara McGuigan, Age Friendly Ireland. Deputy Mayor of Galway, Cllr Helen Ogbu, Aisling Colreavy, Galway City Council Age Friendly Programme Manager and Leonard Cleary, Chief Executive of Galway City Council
Aisling Colreavy, Galway City Council Age Friendly Programme Manager, Dara McGuigan, Age Friendly Ireland, Maria Hall, HUB Planning and Kieran Coybe, Galway County Council, Age FRiendly Programmer Manager attending the launch of Galway City and County Age Friendly Strategy 226-2031 on Thursday in the Ard Rí Hotel, Tuam.
The launch of Galway City and County Age Friendly Strategy 226-2031
Age Friendly Ireland
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