Brazilian cities boost social assistance and elder care programs

Municipal officials in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande met with the state audit court to develop a detailed diagnostic of social assistance needs, citing rising demand for services such as CRAS, CREAS, and street‑person support. The discussion focused on securing permanent financing and integrating social assistance into long‑term state planning.

In Paraná, the state secretariat for women, racial equality and the elderly convened a regional meeting in Francisco Beltrão. Municipal leaders from across the southwest of the state reviewed the Paraná Amigo da Pessoa Idosa program, signed commitment agreements, and exchanged best practices to improve infrastructure, accessibility, and protective measures for older residents.