Despite Spain's strong economic growth since 2020, public investment in dependency care has decreased, resulting in increased waiting times and deaths, prompting urgent calls for reform and greater political commitment.
San Roque's historic 2026 budget allocates nearly €14 million for social services and equality programs, including elderly care and gender equality initiatives.
Vigo announces an 18% increase in its 2026 social policy budget to 28 million euros, boosting services for the elderly, emergency aid, and social programs amid criticism of Xunta's elder care management.
The new 'Salud Senior' program aims to enhance active aging for Spaniards over 70.
The ViviFrail program aims to prevent fragility in seniors in Castilla-La Mancha.