Older people from Cavan share their voice on national stage. Over 200 older people from across Ireland recently gathered for the 2025 Age Friendly Ireland National Older People's Councils (OPCs) Convention.
Moreover, this year's event placed a national spotlight on preventive over reactive healthcare. This healthcare relates to brain health and intergenerational solidarity as keys to ageing well.
Furthermore, older people from Cavan and Monaghan attended the two-day event. Indeed the event held last Thursday and Friday.
Carole Beattie is Co-Chairperson of the Cavan Older People's Council.
Jodie Curran spoke with Carole about the event and why it was important for local members to attend: