Elderly man living in makeshift shelter rescued in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

An elderly man, known as Don José, has been rescued from a precarious existence in a makeshift shelter on a vacant lot in the Santa Cruz de la Sierra neighborhood of Jardines del Sur. Neighbors alerted the municipality to his plight, leading to the intervention of the Municipal Directorate of the Elderly and Disabled.

Don José, originally from Santa Ana de Yacuma, had constructed a rudimentary dwelling from recycled materials including fabric, corrugated iron, and a mattress. While neighbors had initially offered him space and helped build the shelter to protect him from cold weather, the conditions remained inadequate for an elderly person.

Following the neighbors' call, a multidisciplinary team from the Municipal Directorate assessed Don José's condition and initiated a comprehensive care protocol. The municipal government announced that beyond social and medical attention, legal support will be provided to verify his family situation and ensure his children fulfill their responsibilities regarding his health, well-being, and safety.

This intervention aims to prevent Don José from continuing in a state of abandonment and vulnerability. The authorities are committed to providing him with the necessary care and ensuring his rights are protected.