Reporting an unsustainable situation
Recently, a residence for the elderly in La Garriga has been the subject of strong criticism from both residents’ relatives and workers. The living conditions at the center have been described as deplorable, with the presence of insects and a clear lack of cleanliness that affects the health of the inmates.
Voices of the staff: a shocking testimony
A worker, who has decided to speak to I ara, Sonsoles, reveals that, despite her short time at the centre, she was alarmed by the state of the facilities. His description of the situation is forceful, referring to it as ‘inhuman’ and deciding to record the images to make public the seriousness of the events.
Impaired health conditions
The images show insects crawling over the beds, and the worker warns about the lack of staff resulting in insufficient care for residents. This results in many of them suffering from ulcers and other health problems, as well as being left to fend for themselves for long periods.
Families outraged by the situation
The families of the residents, who pay more than 2,000 euros a month to care for their loved ones, express their frustration at the lack of adequate services. Workers also corroborate that standards of care are not being met.
Impunity and threats
Roberto Martínez, an activist of the platform Affected by the criminal organization BB Serveis, has declared that the companies that manage these residences operate with a sense of impunity. According to him, they threaten workers who dare to report irregularities, which limits the disclosure of other similar cases.
A call to action
Martínez also criticizes the institutions, stating that they ignore the problems presented in these residences and asking that measures be taken to hold companies and politicians responsible who do not protect the most vulnerable. The current situation demands an immediate response to ensure the well-being of dependent people.
