The initiative, proposed by ERC, integrates secondary school students through their mandatory Community Service. With over 23,000 residents over the age of 65 in Mataró, the project addresses a growing social challenge recognized by the World Health Organization.

A one-year pilot scheme will be launched in the city's most vulnerable neighborhoods. Participating students will receive specialized training in communication and confidentiality, supervised by municipal social services to ensure a positive impact for both generations.

The local government aims to have the detection protocol operational within a year, working alongside Primary Care Centers (CAP) and neighborhood associations to identify those in need of companionship.