On social media, Cubans are rallying to help locate the family of an elderly man who was found wandering disoriented through the streets of Bauta.
According to a Facebook post by user Raúl Alfaro, the man was seen walking along the so-called "calle ancha," apparently lost and looking for the bus stop that would take him to Bauta. However, his incoherent speech raised concerns among local residents.
Surprisingly, the elderly man's son, Frank Damian Rodríguez Zas, responded to the post, stating that he is currently out of the country. He explained that his father had been living with his granddaughter for several months but decided to leave, claiming that the child's mother was mistreating him—a claim the son denies.
"I talk to him every day, but he doesn't want to stay there and accept help," Rodríguez Zas said, adding that his father expressed a desire to move to a shelter in San Antonio, managed by Kisicuaba.
Due to the situation, Rodríguez Zas requested that local authorities be contacted to pick up the elderly man and take him to the shelter where he can receive necessary care.
"I am his only son, but I am in a complicated situation and cannot help him directly," he explained.
The case has sparked debate on social media in the context of the ongoing migration crisis in Cuba, which has left many elderly individuals vulnerable. Over the past three years, more than half a million people, mostly young individuals, have emigrated, leaving many older adults behind.
One user criticized the situation, emphasizing the importance of honoring and caring for one's parents. The user also highlighted that, regardless of misunderstandings or mistakes, it is crucial to take care of elderly parents.
Addressing Elderly Care Amid Cuba's Migration Crisis
Given the ongoing migration crisis in Cuba, many elderly individuals find themselves in precarious situations. Here are some commonly asked questions and their answers regarding this issue.
What led to the elderly man's disoriented state in Bauta?
The elderly man was found wandering disoriented in Bauta, likely due to confusion and potential mistreatment claims. His son, who is out of the country, mentioned that the elderly man had been living with his granddaughter but had left the house.
How has the migration crisis in Cuba affected elderly care?
The migration crisis in Cuba has resulted in the emigration of over half a million people, mostly young individuals, in the last three years. This has left many elderly individuals without adequate care and support.
What are the son's concerns regarding his father's situation?
The son, Frank Damian Rodríguez Zas, is concerned for his father's well-being but is unable to assist directly due to being out of the country. He has requested that local authorities take the elderly man to a shelter for proper care.