Decision Maker: Executive Board

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 11, 2025

Purpose: Seeking approval and signatures from Chief Executive, Social Care Chief Officer, Lead Members for the WHO Age Friendly Communities Commitment Letter

Content: RESOLVED –   (i)     That the request to apply for membership to the WHO Global Network of Age Friendly Cities and Communities be approved.   (ii)    That work with stakeholders and citizens in developing actions plans which will be submitted in our formal application be continued.   (iii)   To continue to consider our ageing population in policies, strategies and projects that will support age friendly approaches – in planning and delivery stages.    (iv)   That communication be shared with all relevant parities including internal, stakeholders and the public. This communication will help build transparency and engage citizens in the process.   (v)    That a small, Corporate working group be developed to act to share positive age friendly work and outcomes that will contribute towards the gaining of the recognition from WHO and its maintenance. This will be facilitated by the Council’s Age Friendly Officer.   Reason for decisions   To align with Welsh Government’s progressive vision on the wellbeing and ageing well for citizens:  Wrexham Council has an opportunity to deliver a positive initiative for our ageing population to apply for World Health Organisation Age Friendly Communities.  This commitment reinforces our dedication to creating a more inclusive, supportive and accessible environments for all ages, with particular focus on the needs of older citizens.