Category: Culture and Entertainment > Community Centre
District: Lisboa > Cascais > Carcavelos > Carcavelos e Parede
Situated in Carcavelos, within the municipality of Cascais, the Carcavelos Parish Community Centre is deeply integrated into the urban fabric of the region. Its location reflects its close connection to the daily lives of residents, establishing itself as an essential reference point in the social landscape of Carcavelos and the surrounding Parede area.
The history of this Community Centre dates back to 1981, the year of its foundation, initiated by the Carcavelos Parish. The birth of this institution is due to the vision and commitment of Father Aleixo Cordeiro, a figure who drove the creation of a space dedicated to support and solidarity in the region. Since its inception, this place has been a fundamental pillar, continuously growing and adapting to serve the needs of the inhabitants of Carcavelos and neighbouring municipalities.
The Carcavelos Parish Community Centre is a notable example of how an institution can remain attentive, innovative, and proactive in the face of a community's social challenges. Over the decades, it has consolidated itself as a support centre and a vital resource for the population, distinguishing itself by its responsiveness and its search for creative solutions to the diverse needs that arise daily. Its lasting presence in the community is a testament to the spirit of mutual aid and the deep commitment to collective well-being that characterize the region.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.693791047619, -9.3353258238095
Coordinates DMS: 38°41'37.6"N 09°20'7.2"W