At the Public Service Expo 2025, a new agreement was signed between the Local Government Division and the Active Ageing and Community Care entity, introducing a national programme aimed at strengthening support for older adults through intergenerational initiatives—chief among them, the School Grannies project.
The School Grannies initiative involves elderly women, often referred to affectionately as “nannies,” participating in classroom settings to engage with children in educational and social activities.
These may include reading stories, helping with crafts, or simply spending quality time with pupils.
The goal is to encourage meaningful interaction between generations, while providing children with additional care and attention, and offering older adults a renewed sense of purpose and connection.
This programme forms part of a wider collaboration focusing on dementia awareness, emotional wellbeing, and active ageing.
Parliamentary Secretary for Active Ageing, Malcolm Paul Agius Galea, stated that such initiatives reflect a more holistic approach to ageing—supporting both physical needs and emotional wellbeing.
Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government, Alison Zerafa Civelli, welcomed the agreement, noting that it will expand local efforts to promote dementia awareness, healthy ageing, and social inclusion, while helping local councils deliver more connected and compassionate services.
The programme also aligns with the broader goals outlined in Malta Vision 2050, which seeks to build a more inclusive and supportive future for all generations.
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