May 12, 2025 | As the nation exercised its right to vote in the 2025 National and Local Elections, not all citizens were able to do so with ease. To address this, measures were taken to ensure a more inclusive voting experience for Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). In partnership with the Department continue reading : NVRC: Inclusive Polling Precincts for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities
Pinangunahan ni DSWD Assistance Secretary for Community Engagement Ulyssess Aguilar at Assistant Secretary for Specialized program Florentino Loyola Jr., ang paggawad ng Seed Capital Fund na P15,000 sa 180 na benepisyaryo sa Casa De Polo, Brgy. Poblacion, Valenzuela City. Kasama nina Asec Aguilar at Asec. Loyola sa pamamahagi ng SCF si DSWD FO-NCR Assistant Regional continue reading : Nakatanggap ng dagdag-kapital ang maliliit na negosyante sa Valenzuela City sa ilalim ng Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) ng DSWD Field Office – National Capital Region (FO-NCR) nitong April 29, 2025.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office – National Capital Region (DSWD FO-NCR), through its Social Technology Unit, recently conducted an orientation on the Solo Parent Welfare Act of 2000 (Republic Act No. 8972) and the Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act of 2022 (Republic Act No. 11861). The activity was held on April continue reading : DSWD FO-NCR Solo Parents Employees Undergo Orientation on RA 8972 and RA 11861
A total of 461 beneficiaries from Quezon City have received their grants under the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), spearheaded by the DSWD – National Capital Region (DSWD-NCR) Each participant received a ₱15,000 grants to help them build and enhance their income – generating activities. Financial Literacy was also provided on April 22, 2025 in Plaza continue reading : DSWD – NCR Empowers 461 Quezon City beneficiaries through Sustainable Livelihood Grants
In a shared mission to enhance the care and support provided to individuals with special needs, the Elsie Gaches Village (EGV) in Muntinlupa City recently visited Amor Village in Anao, Tarlac for a benchmarking initiative. The collaborative visit aimed to exchange best practices, strengthen professional ties, and explore opportunities for mutual growth. EGV, a long-standing continue reading : Elsie Gaches Village and Amor Village Strengthen Ties Through Benchmarking Visit
The Department of Social Welfare and Development – National Capital Region (DSWD NCR), through its Property and Supply Section (PSS) under the Administrative Division, successfully conducted a Technical Assistance cum Consultation Dialogue on April 22, 2025, at the Karunungan Conference Room, Legarda, Manila. Mr. Kharl T. Aman, Chief Administrative Officer and General Administrative Service Division continue reading : DSWD NCR Conducts Technical Assistance and Consultation Dialogue for Property and Supply Custodians
In celebration of Lola Asiang’s 133rd birthday, The Aristocrat Restaurant held a Community Outreach Program on April 16, 2025, at the INA Healing Center (IHC) in Batasan, Quezon City. Ms. Maribeth Juliet Salinas, Social Welfare Officer III and Officer-In-Charge of the INA Healing Center, warmly welcomed the department heads of The Aristocrat Restaurant and graciously continue reading : Iconic Aristocrat Restaurant Hosts Outreach Program at INA Healing Center
In support of the Department of Health’s National Tuberculosis Program and the national goal of a TB-free Philippines by 2035, the Jose Fabella Center (JFC) held a free chest X-ray screening for its residents and staff. The initiative was made possible through partnership between Mandaluyong City Health Office and the Culion Foundation, Inc., on April continue reading : Jose Fabella Center Conducts Free Chest X-Ray Screening to Support National Fight Against Tuberculosis
