North Franche-Comté. Culture, social, sport… Belfort takes care of its seniors

Between 2021 and 2026, the number of seniors in Belfort must increase by 7%. To reach the proportion of more than one Belfortain in four. It’s a reality: we live older and in better health and, once retired, residents of the Territory choose to move closer to the Lion City to benefit from its many services.

Eighteen months of work

Belfort therefore decided to pamper its seniors, who are often dynamic and eager for activities. “It’s a real political will,” summarizes Nathalie Boudevin, municipal councilor responsible for seniors and accessibility.

In 2018, the City of Belfort joined the “Friend of Elderly” label. Two years later, the municipality…