IPH welcomes the launch (26 January 2016) of Northern Ireland's Active Ageing Strategy 2016-2021.The Strategy outlines the NI government’s commitment to support older people to live actively to their fullest potential; stressing their rights and valuable contribution to society and challenges all forms of ageism. It focuses on five key themes of independence, participation, care, self-fulfilment, and dignity.
Active ageing is a vital component of ensuring that as we age we remain independent and healthy for as long as possible and is therefore an important public health goal.
