We are an officially registered Portuguese charity that supports underprivileged children (and their families) in the Algarve, through a network of volunteers and in association with a number of social partnerships and aid associations.

Mediterranean Algarve Gardeners is an informal group for everyone who has a special interest in the plants and gardens of the Algarve and who wishes to  learn more about appropriate ´waterwise´ gardening.

Amara (Palliative Care Association) is giving training, a cornerstone of the association's activity, focuses primarily on this is a personal development course offering theoretical and practical training in end of life care.

Algarve Senior Bikers is a group of mature and serious bikers in the Algarve with a common interest in motor cycling, enjoying rides together in interesting areas.

The informal group of experienced riders meets on a regular basis to enjoy both the riding and the social aspect of motorcycling.

We  here at Nova Vida understand  that there are those that are not quite sick and tired of being sick and tired; struggling with a drink, drug or food problem or fast approaching ‘burn out’ but who are  beginning to realise that they need to seek some sort of help.

AFPOP specialises in providing a comprehensive range of information services and support to foreign residents and visitors to Portugal. We can assist in keeping you up-to-date with new and existing legislation, along with social events for all of our members.

The inaugural meeting of  ALWIRC, the new English speaking, ALGARVE WEST INTERNATIONAL ROTARY CLUB, Porches,  took place at Vila Vita Parc on Thursday May 20th.