The Bellingen Shire Council draft Ageing Well Strategy(PDF, 3MB) emphasises the vital role our older residents play in our community.
Bellingen Shire Council is committed to implementing initiatives that contribute to an age-friendly shire, ensure residents can get around easily and safely, foster social connections, enhance access to services and information and provide suitable housing options for our ageing population.
The Draft Ageing Well Strategy has been informed through research into federal government policies on ageing, national and international best practice, and in consultation with the Bellingen Shire community using surveys and focus groups with residents aged over 65 years (or 55 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander People), carers and professionals working with older people and consultation with Council staff.
The draft strategy outlines actions for Council and the community around 3 key focus areas: Liveability in an age-friendly environment, Participating and connecting is important for older people's wellbeing, and Staying active is important for physical health as people age.
Over the next four years, Council will work collaboratively to address the evolving needs of Bellingen Shire’s older residents to ensure they continue to thrive in the community.
The draft Strategy was endorsed by Council at its Ordinary Meeting held on 24 April 2024 to be placed on public exhibition for no less than 28 days for public comment
We encourage you to review the attached document and provide your feedback before 5pm on Sunday 26 May 2024