Individuals, upon prior registration, were able to collect their packages at the Lupinu multipurpose room and on the Market Square. “The beneficiaries are people with modest incomes, who pay no taxes or up to €100. Registrations were taken during the month of October» explains Françoise Filippi, vice-president of CCAS. But the beneficiaries of the packages, whose average price is €70, are also residents of the city’s EHPADs, children, adolescents and adults housed in ESAT, (Establishment and Service for Assistance through Work,) MECS, ( Children’s Homes of a Social Character) and MAS, (Specialized Reception Homes), as well as isolated families and women welcomed at the CHRS Maria Stella. The nationals of the association “To Brotherhood “also receive a package.”This solidarity initiative aims to offer a moment of comfort and sharing as the end-of-year holidays approach. Depending on the beneficiaries, the content may vary. So alongside sweet and savory treats, there may be toiletries, hygiene products or small toys. », underlines Françoise Filippi.
“A moment of celebration, of sharing”
In total, more than 2,000 packages (1,500 for individuals, 500 for EHPADs and other establishments) were made by the residents of the ESAT of Montesoro to whom the market was entrusted. At the same time, 4 students from Bastia made home deliveries for people who were unable to travel. This Thursday, Pierre Savelli, the mayor of Bastia and Françoise Filippi visited the two distribution centers (town hall annex on the market square and multipurpose room in Lupino). “ This parcel distribution is important to us “says Pierre Savelli. ” It’s a moment of celebration, of sharing that we experience with them here, or when we deliver them to their home. We favor these moments, such as Sant’Andria, the Christmas market, the concert for our elders, “Christmas for everyone,” and we make sure that everyone can enjoy it and celebrate Christmas ».
Another municipal initiative following the same dynamic: while the Ferris wheel turns from morning to evening at Place Saint-Nicolas, 1,500 tickets were offered to children and teenagers as well as 1,500 entries to the ice rink.
“New Year’s Eve”
Also remember that on Tuesday, December 31, with “Capu d’annu”, young and old will celebrate, from 8 p.m. at the L’Alb’Oru cultural center, the last hours of 2024 and the first moments of 2025 in an atmosphere party during the traditional New Year’s Eve. “ It’s a very family, friendly moment » underlines Françoise Filippi.
This New Year’s Eve is open, upon registration, to all people without income or whose taxes do not exceed €1,000. The menu, for 240 people, is established and prepared by a caterer, “L’Atelier du chef”. The musical atmosphere during this night is provided by Sissi Palandri and DJ Jean-Guy.
