The Government of Andalusia, led by Juanma Moreno, has taken a decisive step in its Commitment to caring for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with the construction of the first day centre specifically for people with autism in Jaén. This project, which will have an investment of 875.000 euros provided by the Regional Government, responds to the need to offer a space adapted to the needs of people with ASD and their families.
The Minister of Social Inclusion, Youth, Families and Equality, Loles López, has participated in the ceremony of laying the first stone of the new center, which will be called Juan Martos Perez and will have 25 places. Accompanied by local authorities and representatives of Autismo Jaén, López has highlighted that This center is “a dream come true” after more than 30 years of effort by the social entity and its founders.
More than 95% of the cost financed by the Board
The project The project is supported by a direct grant from the Andalusian Regional Government, which provides more than 95% of the total cost, with 875.000 euros of the 916.000 euros required for its construction. This funding is part of a broad strategy of aid for the renovation and construction of day centres and residential centres for the elderly and disabled, promoted by the European Next Generation funds.
In the province of Jaén, this line of subsidies reaches 17,3 million euros to execute a dozen projects. The councilor has stressed the social character of the Andalusian Government and its firm commitment to the dependency system. “We have decided that the European funds, which belong to all Andalusians, will be used to improve services in each territory,” said López, emphasizing that this type of project strengthens the social and health care fabric of the region.
The new day center specifically for people with autism will be a key piece within the Services offered by Autism Jaén, an entity that has offices in Andújar, Jaén, Linares and Baeza. Since its foundation in 1995, Autismo Jaén has been a benchmark in comprehensive care for people with ASD, thanks to the tireless work of parents and professionals committed to improving the quality of life of this group. The building that will house the new center was previously a day center for seniors, and will now be rehabilitated and adapted to the specific needs of users with autism.
A firm commitment to equal opportunities for autism
During the ceremony of laying the first stone, the councilor loles lopez She thanked the Jaén City Council for their collaboration and acknowledged the “great work” of Autismo Jaén and its president, Manuela Gálvez. “This project is the result of networking, where all the actors have joined forces to make this much-needed resource possible,” she said.
The Government of Juanma Moreno has placed equal opportunities and social welfare at the heart of its policies, and this new day centre for people with autism is another example of its commitment to an inclusive Andalusia. Councillor López has pointed out that “these projects not only improve the conditions of care, but also promote the integration and social development of local communities”.
She also stressed the need to continue working to ensure that all Andalusian families, especially those with disabled members, have the necessary resources to live with dignity. “We will continue to support an inclusive and hopeful future,” she concluded.
European funds and social projects
The Jaén day centre is part of a Hundreds of projects throughout Andalusia funded through the European Next Generation funds, with a total investment of 134 million euros. These initiatives are designed to improve the network of social services and reduce territorial inequalities, ensuring that all people, regardless of their place of residence, have access to the same services.
With this project, Andalusia reaffirms its leadership in care for people with autism and demonstrates its ability to harness European resources for the benefit of citizens. The launch of the day centre Juan Martos Perez It is just one more step on the Andalusian Government's roadmap to build a more just and inclusive society, where no one is left behind.
