The Xewkija Local Council extended its congratulations for their achievement of an Active Elderly Award for the village to Deputy Mayor Paul Azzopardi, who is responsible for the elderly and Jeanelle Attard, who is responsible for education.
In a ceremony presided by George Vella, Xewkija Primary
Nominations for Premju Anzjantà Attiva are now open. The awards are a celebration of a lot of work, effort and dedication in the sector of Active Ageing.
Active Ageing and Community Care said that this is an annual event and is part of the celebrations held in October, the month dedicated for old
Recommendations for creating intergenerational cohesion include: changing perceptions of over-65s, supporting mentoring schemes and introducing digital training.