Cartagena Mayor's Office has rescued 58 abandoned elderly adults
The Mayor's Office of Cartagena, through the Secretariat of Participation and Social Development, reported that in the last two years it has undertaken actions aimed at the protection and restoration of rights of older adults in conditions of abandonment or mistreatment.
TL;DR
- Cartagena's Mayor's Office has rescued 54 elderly adults from abandonment or mistreatment in the last two years.
- These individuals are transferred to geriatric homes for comprehensive care and support.
- Over 135 elderly adults are currently being cared for in district geriatric homes.
- The administration is also providing comprehensive care for homeless individuals, including health affiliation and detoxification support.
- Abandonment and mistreatment of the elderly are considered crimes with legal sanctions.
- Citizens can report cases of elder abuse through various official channels, including emergency lines and police.