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Run by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
Discover how your organisation can become more welcoming & accessible for older people. This practical Age Friendly workshop will explore simple actions that support inclusion, participation and wellbeing, helping older residents feel valued & connected.
Age Friendly Training for Community Groups
As part of Good Relations Week 2026 and Positive Ageing Month, community groups and organisations are invited to attend this practical Age Friendly awareness workshop.
Delivered by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council's Age Friendly Coordinator, the session will explore how organisations can create more welcoming, inclusive and accessible environments for older people.
Participants will learn about age-friendly principles, consider barriers that can affect participation and identify practical steps that help older residents feel valued, connected and able to engage fully in community life.
Date and Venue
Date: Wednesday 21 October 2026
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Workshop Rooms 2 & 3, Island Arts Centre, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn BT27 4RL
What you'll learn
What it means to be Age Friendly.
Common barriers experienced by older people.
Practical ways to improve accessibility and inclusion.
How to encourage participation and community involvement.
Actions your organisation can take to support positive ageing.
Suitable for: Community groups, volunteers, charities, residents' groups and organisations interested in creating more inclusive communities for people of all ages.
Booking required.
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
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