Tim Eltringham, director of SAHSCP, said: "We are incredibly proud to have our Ageing Well work recognised at a national level. "This achievement reflects the dedication of our staff, the strength of our partnerships and above all, the ongoing support and involvement of our communities within South Ayrshire." It was presented the award on September 11(Image: SAHSCP)The strategy, developed by SAHSCP and Voluntary Action South Ayrshire (VASA), began when South Ayrshire became one of Scotland's first Age-Friendly Communities, a movement led by the World Health Organisation. The success of SAHSCP's Ageing Well programme is described as a testament to the effectiveness of collaborative community efforts. The Ageing Well Strategy and related initiatives can be explored on the South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership website.