Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to people with disabilities this week, overseeing the delivery of dozens of custom-made prosthetic devices across Baja California. Backed by an investment of 2.89 million pesos, the initiative is designed to improve mobility, independence, and overall quality of life for recipients.
“Everyone deserves opportunities, particularly those living with permanent disabilities,” the governor said.
The prostheses were distributed during two statewide campaigns organized by the Baja California DIF System’s Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center (CRI). In total, 63 devices were delivered—33 in Mexicali and 30 in Tijuana—providing immediate improvements in mobility and autonomy.
Beyond the physical impact, the program also offers meaningful financial relief. Mavis Olmeda García, president of the Baja California DIF System, noted that each custom prosthesis can cost hundreds of thousands of pesos, an expense that would otherwise fall on families.
One of the beneficiaries, Manuel Sillas, who lost three limbs in an accident, recently received a prosthetic arm to complement a leg prosthesis provided earlier.
“This change has given me the motivation to take on new challenges,” Sillas said. “It’s allowed me to move forward, standing strong.”
Another recipient, 19-year-old Alejandro Coloriana García, received a prosthetic leg following an accident. He highlighted the importance of ongoing medical care and rehabilitation support from the CRI as a key part of his recovery.
The program included arm and leg prostheses, orthotic devices to support joint movement, and other specialized equipment, all tailored to individual needs.
Governor Marina del Pilar said her administration will continue expanding programs aimed at removing barriers and promoting inclusion for people with disabilities across the state.
