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Las Rozas plans a centre to give carers' families a break
Casa AVA is expected to open in 2028. It will care for children with severe neurological disorders. It will also offer temporary stays and adapted leisure activities. The investment amounts to 11 million euros.
The 3,000-square-metre facility has a budget of 11 million euros and is scheduled to open in 2028. Fundación AVA is building the centre in Las Rozas to support children with severe neurological disorders.
The project includes a day centre and two residential units, each with eight places. There will also be a leisure area adapted for recreational and sports activities.
The accommodation will allow children to stay for a few days when their families need a break or have other needs to attend to. The model aims to care for the wellbeing of both the children and their caregivers.
The foundation stone has already been laid. Underneath it, drawings by the children and letters from their families were placed; two images of the Virgen y San José were also deposited as a symbol of hope.
Donations from foundations and individuals are funding the construction. Once the centre is operational, its maintenance will cost around three million euros per year.
Support for families is part of the Casa AVA approach. The residential stays will offer a temporary option when caregivers need rest. The leisure space will include activities adapted to the needs of the children. The centre is expected to open its doors in 2028.