The Mayor of Marbella, Ángeles Muñoz, has signed the renewal of the annual agreement with AFIMAR, funded with over 22,000 euros, to finance the activities of the association that supports around 60 users with fibromyalgia.
Marbella City Council has renewed its commitment to the Marbella Fibromyalgia Association (AFIMAR) by signing a new annual collaboration agreement. The agreement, funded with over 22,000 euros, will cover the operating expenses of the entity and the development of programs aimed at improving the quality of life of those affected by this chronic illness.
The mayor, Ángeles Muñoz, presided over the signing ceremony and wanted to highlight the “great work” carried out by the association, which provides support to around 60 users and their families. During the meeting, the mayor emphasized the importance of supporting groups that offer comprehensive assistance to those living with fibromyalgia.
For her part, the Councillor for Social Rights, Isabel Cintado, highlighted “the municipal commitment to the associative fabric and to promoting initiatives that favour comprehensive care, health, and the well-being of citizens.” The councillor also praised the work of the entity “to seek normality in the daily lives of families in the best possible way.”
The president of AFIMAR, Carmen Ordóñez, expressed gratitude for the institutional support and stated that “the signing of this agreement represents a significant help for us; we are many people, and nowadays, resources are needed for anything, so this support is a very important boost to continue working.”
The association, which operates in Marbella, offers among its services specialised psychological care, as well as activities aimed at physical and emotional well-being, such as tai chi and pilates. It also organises memory workshops and other participatory actions driven by the members themselves, with the aim of promoting coexistence, mutual support, and active ageing.
The new agreement is part of the collaboration line that the City Council maintains with social entities in the municipality. For fibromyalgia patients in the area, this agreement guarantees the continuity of services that are essential in their daily lives, as the illness affects the quality of life of those who suffer from it and requires a multidisciplinary approach.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances, among other symptoms. Its diagnosis and treatment often require a comprehensive approach that combines medical, psychological, and adapted physical activity, something that AFIMAR aims to cover with its programs.
With this renewal, Marbella City Council reaffirms its commitment to the local associative fabric and to social policies that address the needs of the most vulnerable groups. The amount of the agreement will allow the association to cover operational costs and maintain an activity offer that, according to its managers, is essential for users.
The signing took place at an event held in the municipal offices, attended by institutional representatives and the AFIMAR board. The association has insisted that public collaboration is key to sustaining projects that would otherwise be difficult to finance.
Looking ahead to the coming months, AFIMAR plans to continue its activity calendar, which includes tai chi sessions, pilates, memory workshops, and mutual support meetings. These initiatives are open to people with fibromyalgia registered in Marbella and its surroundings, and aim to improve their physical and emotional well-being.
The agreement signed today adds to other municipal actions in the field of Social Rights, aimed at strengthening the support network for people with chronic illnesses and their families. Councillor Isabel Cintado has insisted that the City Council will continue to work alongside associations to respond to the real needs of citizens.
People interested in learning about AFIMAR's services or in joining the association can contact the entity through its usual channels. The association also supports family members and offers advice and awareness about fibromyalgia, a condition that affects a considerable number of people across the country.
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