02-08-2025
Monmouthshire joins WHO age-friendly communities network
The county is now part of the World Health Organisation's (WHO) Global Network for Age-friendly Cities and Communities, a programme established in 2010 that supports cities and communities in becoming better places to grow older.
This follows a council decision in January to pursue Age-Friendly County status, supported by a survey of residents aged 50 and over.
The survey gathered feedback to inform the council's efforts and highlighted areas for improvement and success.
Monmouthshire County Council's cabinet member for social care, safeguarding and accessible health services said: "This is a significant step in our journey to ensure that Monmouthshire is a county where our older adults can live comfortably, participate fully in civic life, and continue to contribute meaningfully.
"Building on our extensive consultation with older residents, we will continue to ensure that the voices of older people are at the centre of our efforts to create a more age-friendly county."
Monmouthshire's membership is the result of collaborative work with residents, businesses, third-sector organisations, and statutory partners.
Councillor Jackie Strong, Monmouthshire's older people's champion, said: "By becoming a member, we can learn from communities from around the world about their efforts to create age-friendly environments.
"I look forward to learning from these communities and sharing the work already happening in our communities every day."
The WHO network connects cities and communities around the world that are committed to supporting healthy ageing and improving quality of life for older adults.
