At 50 plus, you are much more than just a number

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If you are aged 50 plus and living in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough, you can access a whole new world of opportunities through the ABC Age Friendly Programme.

ABC Age Friendly offers a range of excellent services, information, advice and events which can help you stay happy, healthy and connected.

By simply signing up to the email list, you will be able to receive important information which will include:

  • activities, events and clubs within your local area
  • latest advice on health and safety in the home
  • classes on IT skills, new technologies
  • advice on money, savings and pensions etc
  • opportunities to try new hobbies
  • consultations on government provisions for older people

Lord Mayor of ABC Borough, Alderman Stephen Moutray who is also an Age Friendly Champion, encouraged people across the wide spectrum of ages to sign up.

“As we all know, there are more and more of us living longer lives, which is great. To make the most of what’s available, the ABC Age Friendly programme promotes a brilliant range of activities, events and services,” he said.

“Even if you have just turned 50, there will still be something there for you, whether it’s finding a new hobby or interest, making some new connections or maybe learning some new IT skills. I would encourage everyone to sign up to the email list, you  never know what benefits it will bring.

“Staying connected is so important to keeping us all happy and healthy as the years pass. At 50 plus, you are much more than just a number.”

Sign up to join the ABC Age Friendly email list by sending an email to  or by calling 07825 010630.

For further information on ABC Age Friendly visit www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/age-friendly-abc/ where you will also find advice, services and latest news.