Age Friendly Bucks
Age Friendly Bucks is a programme that supports residents aged 40 and over to live healthy, independent and fulfilling lives and to remain active and connected within their communities in Buckinghamshire.
It brings together residents and local organisations to identify and develop ways to help people remain healthy, active and connected as they age.
We will create high quality, accessible and social public spaces which are safe and help people to move around independently. e.g. access to local and welcoming warm spaces
To report a problem on a street or road visit FixMyStreet.
We will promote accessible, affordable and appropriate travel options allowing people to access services they need. e.g. age friendly active travel schemes
Transport Hub and Parking, roads and transport have more information about transport options in Bucks.
We will support the improvement and development of accommodation for people to live safely and comfortably, and which can improve physical and mental health, wellbeing, and social connections.
e.g. age well design codes used in new build properties
Housing choices for older people has information about housing.
We will reduce and remove barriers to participation to foster engagement with activities and events which build a sense of belonging. e.g. access to toilets so people feel confident and able to leave home and engage in activities.
The Staying Connected Guide and the Bucks Online Directory are useful resources to help people participate in events.
We will explore how to support older adults to continue in or re-enter employment in the face of falling older adult employment rates, as well as how to facilitate volunteering. e.g. healthy retirement planning
For more information on volunteering visit : Volunteering in Buckinghamshire.
We are building positive and accessible communications and campaigns, and challenge negative stereotypes and stigma, e.g., a local inclusive communication plan.
For more information on positive communication:
We will strengthen the health and wellbeing of communities and support the network of community-based groups. e.g. Healthy Libraries acting as a health and wellbeing hub in local communities.