MANILA, Philippines — The DSWD will rescue street dwellers, especially children and indigenous peoples (IP), wandering about the streets during the holiday season. ADVERTISEMENT“The DSWD continues to maintain its close coordination with our LGUs to help street dwellers. Relova said the street dwellers would be turned over to DSWD centers, which would provide, among other things, medical check-ups and food. “When the rescued street children and street families are brought to our centers, our social workers carry out a comprehensive case analysis to determine the best possible way to assist them. She also advised the public to help the street children and IPs by referring them in the DSWD.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 15, 2018 11:37 UTC