Are you aged 60 or over and could you inspire others to live and age well? Do you know someone over 60 who encourages you to follow their example and do something to live happily and healthily? 

Cornwall Council is launching the ’60 over 60’ campaign to find residents whose stories can inspire others to make small changes to their lives. The campaign aims to shift the sometimes negative perceptions of ageing and celebrate the valuable contributions that older residents make to the community.

The long-term aim of the campaign is to encourage more people to think about the positive steps that they can take to live happily and healthily, including becoming more active and making more social connections.

People can nominate themselves or others and there is no set idea on what ageing well looks like. It could be that you or someone you know who is over 60, goes for a swim every day, no matter the weather.  You may be a volunteer, or you know someone who has a keen interest in art, or they just have a positive outlook on life which helps them maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle.

Profiles of the top 60 people will be shared across media and social media as part of the campaign with the aim of inspiring others to make their own positive plans to age well.

More information about the scheme and how to nominate can be found here www.cornwall.gov.uk/60over60