The order for the renovation and expansion of the Caps (Psychosocial Care Center) Ponta do Coral in the agronomic district of Florianopolis was signed by Mayor Topazio Neto this Monday (26). Initially, the budget for the works on 747 m² of built-up area was 2.6 million reais, and they must be completed within one year.

The Old Caps structure was closed for renovation in 2019 – Photo: Cristina de Oliveira/Arquivo Personal/ND

“When ready, Caps Ponta do Coral should house 7 medical offices, a nursing station, a medication room, a group room, rooms for group activities, social areas, meeting and administration rooms, ancillary facilities for employees, as well as a bazaar and a cafeteria” . , the mayor’s office said.

The old structure of the service center was closed for renovation in 2019. However, the work planned for 2020 has not been completed. Caps Ponta do Coral is currently operating in the Estreito area with all mental health services.

After the completion of the work, the services return to the Agronomic Headquarters. The tender was won by Paiva Nogueira Construtora.

According to Health Minister D. Carlos Alberto Justo da Silva, Dr. Parana, “Since 1996, Caps Ponta do Coral has become a powerful tool for restructuring the urban mental health network. With the service order, we have taken another step in the municipality’s quest to return home.”

See the report for more details. General balance of Florianopolis.