Canary Islands Elder Care Infrastructure Enhancement

Key Agreements and Funding

• The Canary Islands government has formalized a key agreement with the Cabildo of La Palma.
• The initiative aims to upgrade long-term care infrastructure using funds from the European Union's Next Generation EU program.
• Signed on October 10, 2024.
• The initial contract allocated over 11.5 million euros to refurbish and expand residential, non-residential, and day care centers.
• An amendment signed on May 27, 2025, updates the scope, shifting the planned projects to include new residences and renovations across six locations, with a different set of care slots.

Goals and Objectives

• This initiative seeks to improve and expand elderly care facilities.
• Aligns facilities with a new model of long-term care.
• Supports Spain’s broader strategy of modernizing social services through EU Recovery funds.
• Projects include building new residences and refurbishing existing centers.
• Key for accommodating Spain’s aging population.

Administrative and Coordination Efforts

• The amendment simplifies administrative procedures.
• Ensures the timely execution of projects while maintaining the total budget.
• Reflects a coordinated effort to ensure the efficient use of EU funds.
• Aligns local infrastructure with national social inclusion goals.

Impact for Residents

For residents of La Palma, this means better, more modern elder care options, a vital step in addressing demographic shifts and social needs.