Surrey unveils new Age Friendly Action Plan to support residents 55+
The City of Surrey has launched its first-ever Age Friendly Action Plan, a key initiative to support residents ages 55 and older in leading healthier, more active, and engaged lives.
Surrey, BC – The City of Surrey has launched its first-ever Age Friendly Action Plan, a key initiative to support residents ages 55 and older in leading healthier, more active, and engaged lives. Developed in collaboration with the Surrey Age Friendly Network and informed by community feedback, this action plan focuses on ensuring that Surrey meets the diverse needs of older adults throughout the city and remains inclusive, welcoming and accessible for everyone.
“The Age Friendly Action Plan aims to enhance the well-being and vitality of older adults in Surrey, empowering them to lead active and fulfilling lives,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “This comprehensive plan is a testament to our commitment to fostering a community that prioritizes vital needs such as safety, transportation, housing, and accessibility. Council is taking a leading role in creating an age-friendly city and we look forward to bringing this vision to life.”
Four key focus areas include:
- Safety, Health, and Wellness: Seniors are supported to be active and engaged in their community, with engagement practices in place to prevent isolation.
- Transportation: Seniors have a range of safe, convenient, and affordable transportation choices.
- Home: Seniors have access to affordable and appropriate housing, with the necessary support to remain as independent as possible.
- Buildings and Outdoor Spaces: Public places, outdoor spaces, and buildings are designed to be welcoming, safe, and accessible for all.
Surrey is committed to creating partnerships across all sectors to meet the evolving needs of residents aged 55 and older. The City is working closely with community partners to ensure the plan’s implementation in the coming years. To learn more about Surrey’s age-friendly programs and services, visit surrey.ca/seniors.
The City of Surrey recognizes the contributions of its community partners in developing the Age Friendly Action Plan and supported by the Age-Friendly Communities Grant, provided by BC Healthy Communities.