Inequalities in ageing are an issue that is vitally important to us all but does not get the attention it deserves. Inequality has a significant impact on vulnerable groups of older people in Wales, and this impact often gets worse over time. For example, poverty and poor health may get worse as a person ages. …
Cymru Older People’s Alliance (COPA) have today [19 May 2023] renewed our commitment to support the development of Age-Friendly Communities (AFCs) across Wales through co-productive collaboration with local authorities and other partners (1). Achievement of the World Health Organisation (WHO) requirements (2) for AFCs can have a fundamentally positive impact on the quality of life …
Anglesey County Council is working towards securing membership to the World Health Organisation’s Global Network of Age-Friendly Communities. For several years the Island has hosted an Older People’s Council and Forum which has been an opportunity to work together to overcome any challenges facing people on the Island. During the lockdown periods, the meetings took …
