By Dan Walsh
Age Friendly Wexford and Wexford County Council hosted the annual general meeting of the Older People’s Council where issues of importance were raised and help to influence decisions and actions to be taken in the year ahead.
Guest speakers on the day were Leas-Cathaoirleach Wexford County Council, Cllr Ger Carthy and Amanda Byrne Director of Services Wexford County Council.
Cllr Carthy told attendees “To engage in open and meaningful conversations, sharing your insights, experiences, and concerns. Your voices matter, and rest assured that we will be listening attentively and taking your views on board. Together, we can shape policies and initiatives that truly reflect the needs and aspirations of older persons in our society.”
Director of Services Amanda Byrne said; “Under the Wexford Age Friendly Strategy, we have made significant progress in key areas such as public realm improvements. However, we recognise that there is still work to be done. Looking ahead our new strategy will focus on building upon our
achievements and addressing emerging challenges, including the provision of age-friendly housing, enhancing public spaces, and promoting the rights of older people to live independently and with dignity.”
Attendees expressed an interest in joining the Older Person Council. Training will be held on June 19th to provide further details of duties in relation to joining the Older Persons Council.
There were presentations from Laura Reidy, Health Insurance Authority of Ireland an Impartial body on Health Insurance and Nutritionist Sarah Siggins from FDYS. This initiative is supported by Wexford County Council.
Music on the day was provided by Emily Redmond on violin and Luke Cosgrave on guitar and vocal with Arthur McGreevy an attendee joining in as guest vocalist.
For further on the Wexford Age Friendly Programme please contact the Age Friendly Coordinator, Niamh Bolger at niamh.bolger@wexfordcoco.ie
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