Ambitious new Kilkenny Age Friendly Strategy launched for next three years
This is the third Age Friendly Strategy for Kilkenny, building on previous successes since 2010
Kilkenny County Council has announced the official launch of the Kilkenny Age Friendly Strategy 2025–2028, a comprehensive roadmap aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older people across the county.
Community consultations were conducted to gather insights and feedback, shaping a strategy grounded in the real experiences and needs of older adults.
The strategy focuses on housing, transport, health services, social inclusion, and safety to support active, healthy aging.
This is the third Age Friendly Strategy for Kilkenny, building on previous successes since 2010.
"This strategy is a commitment to action and it is a testament to our collective effort to create a community where older people feel valued, empowered, and supported. Together, we will work to ensure Kilkenny remains a great place to grow older," Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr. Mary Hilda Cavanagh commented.
"This strategy is a commitment to action and it is a testament to our collective effort to create a community where older people feel valued, empowered, and supported. Together, we will work to ensure Kilkenny remains a great place to grow older," Cllr Cavanagh added.
Kilkenny has been recognised for several Age Friendly initiatives, including the first Age Friendly city, hospital, train station, hotel, and shopping centre in Ireland.
This new strategy builds on the success of previous initiatives and reflects Kilkenny’s ongoing commitment to becoming a truly age-friendly county.
Nickey Brennan, Kilkenny’s Age Friendly Ambassador speaking at the launch said: "I welcome the launch of the Kilkenny Age Friendly Strategy and commend all those who contributed to the development of the plan.
"The vision for our Age Friendly Programme has always been for all of us to live and grow old in the comfort and safety of our own homes. That vision remains as relevant today as it was over a decade and a half ago when Kilkenny commenced its age friendly journey," he continued.
The full strategy can be viewed HERE
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