Healthy ageing event was a great success
Members of Muintir na Tíre at the 'Age Strong, Live Long' event in Breaffy GAA Clubhouse recently.
In celebration of International Day of Older Persons 2025, more than 200 members of the public gathered in Breaffy GAA Clubhouse on Wednesday, October 1, to take part in the ‘Age Strong, Live Long' event, a vibrant celebration of healthy ageing and community wellbeing.
The event was a collaborative initiative between HSE Integrated Care Programme for Older People (ICPOP), Health Promotion, and Muintir na Tíre, with generous sponsorship from local shops and businesses providing food, refreshments and raffle prizes.
The venue hosted 15 engaging stalls, offering health checks, flu vaccinations, information on local services and interactive activities designed to support older adults in living well and staying active.
One of the organisers, Marie Alexander, ICPOP Operational Lead, Mayo, said: “This event was a testament to the power of collaboration and the strength of our local networks. We are proud to have brought together so many people to share knowledge, build connections, and promote healthy ageing in a meaningful way.”
She continued: “The ‘Age Strong, Live Long’ event reflects a growing commitment to integrated care and community-based health promotion, supporting older people to live independently and with dignity.”
Attendees praised the event for its organisation, atmosphere, and impact.
“Thoroughly enjoyed it, very informative, well done - wouldn’t change a thing," said one attendee, while another added: “Excellent venue, very impressed with the young people involved. I learned lots of important information, had my ears checked and got my flu jab, it was an excellent day!”
Another attendee remarked: “Amazing event and impressive to see how all that could be pulled together. Lots of stands and information, venue was great, would like it again.”
To get involved in future initiatives, please contact Marie on 087-1216484 or email marie. alexander2@hse.ie.
