Positive Ageing goals

"To achieve the vision of a society where people can age positively means directing our collective efforts towards achieving identified positive ageing goals."

The New Zealand Positive Ageing Strategy identifies ten goals:

1. Income - secure and adequate income for older people
2. Health - equitable, timely, affordable and accessible health services for older people
3. Housing - affordable and appropriate housing options for older people
4. Transport - affordable and accessible transport options for older people
5. Ageing in the Community - older people feel safe and secure and can age in the community
6. Cultural Diversity - a range of culturally appropriate services allows choices for older people
7. Rural Services - older people living in rural communities are not disadvantaged when accessing services
8. Positive Attitudes - people of all ages have positive attitudes to ageing and older people
9. Employment Opportunities - elimination of ageism and the promotion of flexible work options
10. Opportunities for Personal Growth and Participation - increasing opportunities for personal growth and community participation

New Zealand Positive Ageing Strategy – co-ordinated by the
Office for Senior Citizens – hosted by the Ministry of Social Development