A new centre
for seniors and their families with limited means has opened in
Florence. Called the Casa delle famiglie (Home for Families), the
centre offers a variety of services, including psychological and
physical counselling, legal consulting and expense-management
services, and basic company for seniors who qualify for the program.
The centre, which
serves entire families who may have less than the required means to
take care of an ailing relative on their own, was founded by Centro
di Solidarietà (Ceis) of Florence and follows the principles of
individual empowerment and community.
Families receive support
not only at the centre but also through a network of services for
families who already receive aid through the city and other programs.
‘This service represents
an important response to the needs of others,’ commented regional
superintendent of health Stefania Saccardi. ‘Ceis, bringing
together an entire network of services already available in the
territory, identifies the most appropriate plan of action according
to each individual’s needs. This program offers invaluable help,
all the more so since it is given by volunteers.’
The Casa delle
famiglie, whose headquarters are on via Pisana, 2, is open on
Tuesdays from 10am to noon, and Fridays from 6pm to 8pm. For
more information call 055/223328.
