**Elderly Individuals Sent to Care Homes Due to Family Abandonment**
Over the last few years, at least 150 elderly individuals in Tijuana have been relocated to community care homes due to abandonment or domestic violence situations. Alma Delia Caballero Ramírez, the president of SDIF Tijuana, highlighted that there are five community shelters available to these individuals, thanks to the efforts of the state’s General Prosecutor’s Office (FGE) and the SDIF staff.
“In many cases, the FGE channels these individuals to our dependency, and our team is responsible for transferring them to the care homes,” explained Caballero Ramírez. “Sometimes they reach us through domestic arrests or are found on the streets, but the general practice is that the FGE directs them to us.”
These interventions, particularly from 2021 to 2024, have primarily been for cases of domestic violence or familial abandonment. Various associations work to provide a temporary haven for the elderly, ensuring they find a family member or another place to stay if they do not have any disabilities or mental health issues.
Among the notable shelters providing this critical service are Restauración Hacienda Don Fermín in Lomas del Valle, led by Pastor Jesús León Rancho, Agtagama in Mariano Matamoros, and El Refugio in Flores Magallón. These shelters accommodate elderly individuals over 60 years of age who find themselves without a home.
Caballero Ramírez reiterated the vital role these community shelters serve, ensuring that the elderly do not have to return to the streets and can find a more permanent solution for their living situation.
**Secondary Article: Rising Concerns in Elderly Abandonment**
The issues surrounding elderly abandonment are not just localized to Tijuana but resonate with broader social concerns. A recent report highlights that the prevalence of such cases is growing, leading to a call for more robust support systems.
In another corner of Mexico, similar challenges are being faced. Financial constraints, lack of familial support, and societal neglect are driving factors leading elderly individuals to communal homes. Various non-profit organizations are stepping in, trying to address these gaps. The Mexican government, alongside community leaders, is being urged to increase funding for elderly care and create more comprehensive policies to tackle abandonment.
Moreover, international perspectives show that this issue is not isolated. Countries across the globe are witnessing a rise in elderly individuals needing state or non-profit support due to family neglect. This growing trend calls for a global conversation on elder care and the responsibilities of not just families but societies to protect their aging populations.
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