A healthier heart for Gibraltar.
A local charity supporting cardiac patients and their families, and raising awareness of heart health across the Rock.
What we do
Registered as a charity in November 2016, the association carries on the work of Gibraltar's original cardiac support group.
Raise awareness
We create public awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, with a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Support patients and families
We make sure cardiac sufferers in Gibraltar are not forgotten and get the support they require.
Fund equipment
Our events raise money for AEDs, training material and new equipment for the Lionel Perez Cardiac Rehabilitation Centre.
A dedicated centre
Our long-term goal is a new centre built specifically for cardiac patients in Gibraltar.
It started with an idea
In the late 1990s, a group of cardiac patients in Gibraltar felt forgotten. With the help of nurse Gerry Fortuna they formed the Cardiac Rehabilitation And Group Support, known as CRAGS, and won better conditions for patients travelling abroad for treatment.
CRAGS never registered as a charity and faded as its founders passed away. In November 2016 the Gibraltar Cardiac Association was registered to carry on their work, thanks to its first Chairperson, Troy Jeffries.
Do you know where the nearest AED is?
An automated external defibrillator can restart a heart in the minutes that matter. Find the public AEDs across Gibraltar on our map.
In their words
Members of the association on why this work matters to them.
“Sometimes things happen in our lives that can suddenly turn everything on its head.”
Marie Anne Montegriffo
Treasurer and cardiac patient
“Basically I was terminal. I was told the only solution was to have a heart transplant.”
Louis Casciaro
Member
“I am a medically retired police officer, a husband and a father. A cancer and sepsis survivor with heart disease and heart failure at age 40.”
Keith Bautista
Founding member
Our committee
A small team of volunteers who run the association, organise events and raise awareness across Gibraltar.
Suyenne Perez Catania
Chairperson
Jack Noble
Vice Chairperson and Cardiac Rehab Coordinator
Vanessa Bautista
Secretary
Marie Anne Montegriffo
Treasurer
Latest news
Updates, press releases and stories from our events.
Ways to get involved
Donate
By bank transfer or by getting in touch. Every pound funds AEDs and rehab equipment.
DonateBecome a member
A one-off fee of ten pounds. Hear about events and talks, and access the rehabilitation centre.
Become a MemberJoin an event
Sponsored walks, polar bear swims, dinners and Wear Red Day. Come along or take part.
Explore EventsShop
Caps, pens, fans and bags with the association logo. All proceeds go to our work.
Visit the Shop