Madrugada, the charitable association which provides care and support for people affected by life-limiting illness, hosted members, volunteers and dignitaries on Saturday, November 17, at the official inauguration of its new Support Centre in Luz.
Lagos mayoress Maria Joaquina de Matos unveiled a commemorative plaque to mark the occasion. In her speech, she described the centre as “a wonderful, cosy space” that will be a significant addition to palliative provision in the region.
“It is obvious,” she said, “that the hard work and generosity of all involved in making the centre a reality is testament to the commitment of the association to the wellbeing of the whole community”.
She concluded by saying she looks forward to Madrugada expanding its activities further and to Lagos Town Hall playing a supporting role in this journey.
Long-term supporter British Vice-Consul, Clive Jewell, attended the opening and said he was delighted that, after many years, Madrugada now has a permanent base from which it can grow and reach more individuals with its “wonderful work”.
The Madrugada Support Centre is located at 44 Rua Direita, Praia da Luz. The centre is at ground-floor level with ample parking and a short walk from the Madrugada charity shop, Encore. Counselling, therapeutic and creative activities, complementary therapies, advice and education are available. These complement Madrugada’s free home-based, end-of-life palliative nursing care service.
Madrugada president Carol Spires said that this was a “very busy year” for the association, which has already seen a new Homestore open in Lagoa and will culminate on December 7 with the relocation of the Luz Homestore to new premises in Lagos, located opposite Lagos Veterinary Clinic.
To know more about Madrugada or to help as a volunteer, call 282 761 375 or drop into the centre.
