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South Holland District Council celebrates Age-friendly Community status

Chris

5/20/2025 1:40:24 PM

Charities & Wellbeing

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South Holland District Council is proud to be an Age-friendly Community, after a successful application to the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities.

 

An Age-friendly Community is a place that enables people to age well and live a fulfilling later life. It is a community where individuals can continue living in their homes, participate in valued activities, and contribute to their communities for as long as possible.

 

To celebrate South Holland’s Age-friendly status, the council is hosting three launch events on June 11 in collaboration with our partner organisations.  The launch events will take place at the following locations and times:

 

 

 

 

Spalding will be focusing on digital inclusion and the best ways to access information. The event will include a range of organisations who will be sharing information about their services. Lincs Digital will also be providing a drop-in support session.

 

Holbeach will be focusing on the value of social participation. There will be a range of organisations who will provide information on their activities.

 

Pinchbeck will be focusing on the importance of respect and the inclusion of older people in our communities. With opportunities to share your views over a cuppa and a slice of cake.

 

Cllr Elizabeth Sneath, Portfolio Holder for Health and Wellbeing at South Holland District Council said: “Becoming an Age-friendly Community is a proud milestone for South Holland.

 

“It reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring that residents can lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives as they age.

 

“By joining the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities, we are now part of a global movement working to shape places that truly support people to live well for longer.

 

“This approach, grounded in the voices of older people, empowers us to work together with communities, businesses and partners to create a district where everyone regardless of age feels valued, connected and able to thrive.

 

“The voice of older people is essential in building an Age-friendly Community. I invite everyone to join us and share their views to help us shape a community that truly supports and values its older residents.”

 

For more information please visit www.sholland.gov.uk/article/28355/Age-Friendly-South-Holland

 

For more information please contact  jane.berni@e-lindsey.gov.uk

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