Davao City, August 15, 2023 – The Social Pension Management Unit of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office XI started the second semestral social pension payout for indigent senior citizens on August 7, 2023. 

The semestral social pension payout is a crucial endeavor that ensures vulnerable seniors receive essential aid, contributing to their well-being and quality of life. The DSWD’s efforts are in line with its mission to uplift marginalized sectors of society and create a positive impact at the grassroots level.

Pursuant to Republic Act 9994 or the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010, eligible senior citizens will receive P500 per month which will be distributed quarterly. 

However, based on the Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 17 series of 2022, the release of the social pension was changed from a quarterly basis to semestral. 

As the distribution period commences, eligible senior citizens are encouraged to visit the designated payout centers to claim their financial support. This stipend marks a significant step towards fulfilling the government’s pledge to care for the elderly and promote social welfare across the country. ###

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