The Municipality of Straža implements the following programs and services targeted at older people to work towards an age-friendly municipality:

1. Programs for the care of sick and older people with disabilities:
   • Social protection of those in need (Center for Social Work Dolenjska and Bela krajina, Novo mesto unit)
   • Social care service assistance to families at home in the Municipality of Straža (tailored to the needs of individual older beneficiaries)
   • Institutional care for older people
   • Activities provided by the Red Cross and Karitas Vavta vas

2. Programs for active and healthy ageing of retired citizens and the strengthening of intergenerational cooperation:
   • Volunteer drivers (intended to increase the mobility of citizens over the age of 65)
   • E-care social security service at a distance (supports older people, individuals living with disabilities, patients with chronic diseases, patients recovering from major surgeries, and people living with dementia)
   • Community centre in the Municipality of Straža (intended to increase socialization , maintain social contacts, and provide various activities for older and younger citizens)
   • Organization of meetings for older citizens in the Municipality of Straža

To ensure quality of life and decent ageing, the municipality has created a Strategic Development Program (2022-2027) to improve the living conditions in the municipality, with an emphasis on new forms of living, healthy ageing, and intergenerational cooperation.

With a proactive approach, the Municipality of Straža will go beyond the legal obligations of the local community and create a community that respects older citizens and offers many opportunities and support for healthy ageing towards enhancing quality of life.