Antonio Ortí Vallejo, emeritus professor of Civil Law at the University of Granada, has chosen to dedicate part of his retired life to altruistic work. After an extensive 45-year career at the university, Ortí volunteers at the Dr. Juan Segura Family Home in Granada, a center managed by the Franciscan Brothers of the White Cross that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral disorders.

Through the Sénior UGR program, which aims to offer active continuity options for university staff, Ortí joined volunteer efforts. He now dedicates one hour per week to a reading workshop with the center's users. "They are lovely, affectionate people... Sometimes they surprise you with what they know," says the professor, who selects the texts and uses a tablet to clarify doubts and explore meanings, engaging in a "metaliterary action" with the participants.

Initially, the group tackled longer readings like The Clan of the Cave Bear, but they now focus on shorter, adapted works. They are currently reading The Little Prince and plan to adapt Don Quixote and some of Dickens' stories. Ortí admits he would like to extend the time dedicated to this activity, which brings him "satisfactions" similar to those from his long academic career.

The professor emphasizes the importance of the social work carried out by centers like the Dr. Juan Segura Family Home. "Getting to know this center has enriched me immensely. There are so many institutions that help human beings meet all kinds of needs...", he reflects, praising the entity's "impressive work."

The Dr. Juan Segura Family Home will host its open house event on May 29th, starting at 5:30 PM, at Periodista Miguel González Pareja, 2, in La Chana. The event, featuring live music, workshops, and a charity raffle, offers free admission and aims to raise awareness of the center's mission.