Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced a public consultation designed to gather feedback on a new framework intended to guide government efforts in helping seniors maintain active, healthy and independent lifestyles across the region.
This initiative forms part of the broader Active Ageing Strategy, which is scheduled to run until 2032 and relies on six core outcomes to drive progress in areas such as poverty reduction, housing safety and employment support.
The proposed Action Plan outlines specific steps for departments to tackle issues including fuel poverty, substandard living conditions and barriers to work among the elderly population.
Minister Lyons emphasised that with Northern Ireland's demographic profile shifting towards an older age structure, practical interventions are essential to ensure citizens remain connected within their local communities for longer periods.
Information sessions will be held in Craigavon, Londonderry, Enniskillen, Ballymena and Belfast to facilitate direct engagement between officials and residents.
The Department of Communities has established a press office contact line at 028 9037 8110 for media inquiries regarding the consultation process.
Further details on how to participate can be accessed through official communications channels including X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn platforms.
The Executive Information Service remains available between 1800hrs and 0800hrs Monday to Friday, with additional coverage provided at weekends and public holidays for urgent media requests.