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THE Department of Social Welfare and Development in Central Visayas has tapped local government units to expedite the distribution of the increased monthly cash aid for nearly 300,000 senior citizens in Central Visayas through its Social Pension program.
The senior citizen’s stipend has been increased from P500 to P1,000, with the agency transitioning from quarterly to semestral payouts.The adjustment aims to alleviate the impact of high inflation, particularly on essential commodities like rice.The agency visited LGUs in Cebu Province on Feb. 23-24, 2024, with other consultation dialogues scheduled for Bohol, Negros Oriental and Siquijor provinces.The DSWD 7 said several LGUs have already opted for the fund transfer scheme.
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