Canary Islands Government Alters Funding Plan for New Elderly Care Facilities on La Gomera
Published: November 11, 2025|health-and-public-services|Gobierno de Canarias
Canary Islands' Elderly Care Infrastructure Planning Update
Original 2024 Plans
- Aimed to build a new socio-health center on La Gomera
- Investment of over 8.3 million euros from European recovery funds
- Center to include 30 residential and 30 day-care places
2025 Project Shift
- Focus changed from constructing a new center to upgrading existing facilities
- Funds now support renovations and technical aids in centers located in San SebastiĆ”n, Hermigua, and AlajerĆ³
- Goals include upgrading care through support products and technical aids
Rationale for Change
The adjustment is part of an ongoing effort to adapt to the new long-term care model, ensuring that the funds are effectively used toward the same goal of increasing and modernizing elderly care capacity.
Administrative Reforms
- Streamlining procedures by replacing detailed financial reports with semi-annual summaries
- Adjusting some administrative deadlines
Funding and Financial Adjustments
- Changes occurred alongside the Cabildo's repayment of an advance payment received in December 2024
- Changes reflect modifications in project scope and funding allocations
Overall Objectives
- Better meet the islandās specific elderly care needs
- Adhere to the overarching objectives of Spainās national recovery plan
Summary
The project modifications demonstrate the governmentās flexibility in managing recovery funds to enhance elderly care infrastructure efficiently and effectively.