Andorra to Tender New Socio-Healthcare Residence Near La Cortinada

Ordino parish authorities welcome the government's choice of the Camp de Ceró car park near La Cortinada for a new socio-healthcare centre and expect to finalise the tender specifications with the executive in coming weeks, potentially paving the way for bids by year-end.

Cònsol Major Maria del Mar Coma shared the update following a local council session, describing the location as a strong option due to its size, orientation, access via the L6 national bus line, and proximity to expanding services in La Cortinada. She noted that while the parish had proposed two sites—one more central in Ordino village and the other at Camp de Ceró—the government, which owns the land, selected the larger plot. A meeting with Social Affairs officials is scheduled soon to review the tender document and resolve any remaining details, with Coma expressing optimism: "We're starting to see the light for this centre."

The parish, which requested government assistance in identifying land and drafting inclusive specifications, anticipates needing a private partner for construction, backed by executive support. Two private entities had already signalled interest when the current council term began. Ordino will maintain construction tax exemptions for the winning bidder and favours a mixed public-private model, including 24-hour residential care and serviced apartments for residents with greater autonomy—similar to successful setups elsewhere.

Construction could start next year if the process advances, though completion is likely after 2027. The facility, on national land, will primarily serve northern valleys users and complement renovations at the underused Casa Rossell buildings.

The project builds on Social Affairs Minister Trini Marín's announcement at a Meritxell festival lunch for seniors at El Cedre Socio-Healthcare Centre, where she outlined residential places, rehabilitation areas, an appointed architect for needs and profitability studies, and public-private management to tackle ageing population demands.

Waitlists currently include 43 people for residential spots—all receiving alternative aid—while day centres have no queues for 130 subsidised places and home care supports 216 users this year following expansions.

Other initiatives encompass Fundació Laurus social housing, a subsidised private residence in Encamp (65 of 120 places government-funded), and 54 spots in Sant Julià de Lòria (32 subsidised). Head of Government Xavier Espot noted €6 million in annual spending on subsidised care, covering 72% of 272 places—an increase of 40 this term.