(Left) The deadline for nominations for the 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievements Awards is Friday, June 28. Last year, An Garda Síochána in Cavan Monaghan, supported by Cavan County Council and Monaghan County Council, won the award in the Safety and Security category for the Older Persons’ Wellbeing Events that took place in Cavan and Monaghan.

Nominate your project for the National Age Friendly Awards

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Applications are now open for the prestigious 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards with Friday's deadline fast approaching.

The awards, curated by Age Friendly Ireland, are open to organisations, agencies, and members of the public in County Cavan who are driving initiatives to make Ireland a great place to grow old.

There are eight categories in the Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards, each reflecting a World Health Organisation (WHO) Age Friendly Theme. These include the Transport Award; Active and Healthy Ageing Award; Business Innovation Award; Safety and Security Award; Communications Award; Environment Award; Community Innovation Award and Community Innovation Award.

Speaking on the annual awards, Catherine McGuigan, Chief Officer of the Age Friendly Ireland Shared Service, said: “The Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards highlight the extraordinary efforts happening nationwide to enhance the quality of life for older adults. We are seeking groundbreaking projects that not only make a difference but also set a benchmark for others to follow.”

She added: “Many remarkable initiatives come from grassroots community and voluntary sectors, showcasing the tireless work of front-line practitioners dedicated to supporting our ageing population.

This event is a heartfelt celebration of the best practices and innovative solutions that make Ireland a great place in which to grow old.

We strongly encourage everyone to participate and share their inspiring stories.”

Deadline

The deadline for applications is today (Friday), June 28, 2024. To apply, visit agefriendlyireland.ie/national-age-friendly-recognition-and-achievement-awards or contact Cavan County Council’s Age Friendly programme manager Deirdre Donnelly by email at agefriendly@cavancoco.ie

The Age Friendly Recognition and Achievements Awards ceremony will be held in the Crowne Plaza, Northwood, Santry, Dublin on Thursday, 7 November.

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