Celebrating Positive Aging Week 2025: building stronger communities through Connection at Tuath

As an Age Friendly accredited organisation, Tuath is proud to have celebrated Positive Aging Week (26 September – 3 October). At Tuath, we are committed to developing stronger, more inclusive communities where people of all ages can thrive, aligning with this year’s Positive Aging Week theme of ‘Connection.’

Age-friendly housing

Providing age-friendly housing is an important aspect of Tuath’s delivery programme, addressing the housing needs of older persons by providing them with a safe, supportive environment that promotes independence and wellbeing. Tuath manages a number of developments for older persons across Ireland, including Kilhedge Lane in Lusk, Co. Dublin and Springville House in Cork city. Notably, in partnership with Kildare County Council and Age Friendly Ireland, Tuath provides tenancy services for a number of homes at Castlefens in Sallins, Co. Kildare, which was recently recognised as Ireland’s first age-friendly housing estate.

Community assessments

By listening to older persons who live in Tuath homes, Tuath continues to improve the services that we provide to residents while helping to build stronger, more sustainable communities. To date, following an Age Friendly survey, Tuath has completed a number of comprehensive community impact assessments and walkability studies. These efforts have led to practical improvements to age-friendly developments such as the installation of outdoor furniture alongside making shared spaces more welcoming and accessible for all residents.

Tuath has also established an age-friendly panel, ensuring that the voices of older residents are heard and valued in shaping our services. By improving these services through direct influence by residents’ lived experiences, Tuath works with residents to strengthen their sense of pride and ownership in their communities. Tuath will continue to work with residents to ensure that actions taken have measurable impacts on social inclusion, safety and quality of life.

Resident empowerment

Tuath also provides opportunities for older persons to make a difference in their communities through the Tuath Community Fund, offering support to resident-led initiatives in age-friendly and other communities. The funding empowers residents and local groups to take an active role in shaping their communities; not only improving quality of life but also strengthening community ties, creating spaces where residents feel valued, heard and supported. The initiatives supported by the Tuath Community Fund ensure that Tuath communities remain inclusive, vibrant and supportive places to live and contribute to lasting social and economic benefits

Community supports

Throughout the year, Tuath hosts a variety of events such as coffee mornings and community-oriented design workshops. These gatherings are more than just social occasions; they are vital opportunities for support, connection, and the prevention of isolation among older adults.

This Positive Aging Week is no different, with Tuath hosting several planned events for older persons across Ireland, details of which can be found on our social media.

At Tuath, we know that connection is the foundation of strong communities. By bringing people together, supporting one another, and celebrating the contributions of older adults, we are building a future where everyone can age positively.