On the occasion of the week dedicated to people with disabilities, the Apostolic Nuncio to Malta, Mons. Tommaso Caputo was invited for an official visit to the Arka Foundation respite centre at Ghajnsielem.
During this visit, Mgr. Emmanuel Curmi, Director of the Arka Foundation, which manages the centre, gave the Apostolic Nuncio a tour of the facilities and services provided at the respite centre. The Minister for Gozo, Giovanna Debono and E.T. Mgr Mario Grech, the Bishop of Gozo, were also present for the visit.
The Minister said that the commitment and dedication of the Arka Foundation, and the valid work it is carrying for those who need the services of the Arka Respite Center, provide valuable input in the social sector linked to disabled persons in Gozo.
The Arka Foundation Gozo is a non governmental organisation (NGO) that has been caring for individuals with special needs over the past years. The Foundation, through the Respite Center, cares for people with special needs on both a permanent or temporary basis.
The management of the Respite Centre depend on the generosity of sponsors and donations from the public.