DSWD asks for more aid for poor elderly FilipinosThe Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is seeking additional assistance for the country’s indigent senior citizens as it is currently “far from sufficient” to attend to the needs of poor elderly Filipinos. “Much has to be done to take care of our senior citizens, especially those who have no means to sufficiently sustain themselves,” DSWD Secretary Judy Taguiwalo said. “Our records show that we need more centers, or we need to expand their respective bed capacity and facilities. Our centers, including our centers for senior citizens, need to be improved so they can admit more of our neglected elderly members,” Taguiwalo said. The P500-per-month social pension is given quarterly to assist the beneficiaries with their daily living and medical needs.

Source: Manila Bulletin October 10, 2016 09:33 UTC