DSWD 7 launches wireless mental health support platform in Central Visayas for COVID-19 and crisis distressed individuals

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Region 7 virtually launched the WiSupport Project that uses wireless and online platforms that would help address the mental health and psychosocial needs of individuals. The unpredictability and uncertainties brought by COVID-19 could increase the risk of mental health problems. Different studies suggest adverse mental health and continue reading : DSWD 7 launches wireless mental health support platform in Central Visayas for COVID-19 and crisis distressed individuals

DSWD awards 4Ps Best Parent Leaders in CV

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) recognized Best Parent Leaders (PL) under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) during the culminating activity of the second anniversary of the institutionalization of the 4Ps recently. The search aimed to identify and recognize outstanding 4Ps PL and their exemplary performance and achievement in supporting the program continue reading : DSWD awards 4Ps Best Parent Leaders in CV

DSWD-7 calls entries for the first “Search for Gulayan sa Barangay”

The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Region VII calls Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries for the first-ever “Search for Gulayan sa Barangay” this August 2021. The Gulayan sa Barangay (GSP) is one of the platforms of 4Ps in promoting health, nutrition, and food security that encourages beneficiaries to engage in community gardening. continue reading : DSWD-7 calls entries for the first “Search for Gulayan sa Barangay”

DSWD 7 KALAHI-CIDSS-KKB starts cash-for-work payouts

The payouts for the Cash-For-Work program of Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services-Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay (KALAHI-CIDSS-KKB) DSWD Region 7 has started in the municipalities of Medellin, Daanbantayan, and Samboan, Cebu on May 19, 20, and 25, 2021, respectively. The DSWD has released Php 2.5 Million for 974 beneficiaries who continue reading : DSWD 7 KALAHI-CIDSS-KKB starts cash-for-work payouts

Sustainable livelihood program helps fire victims recover livelihood

The Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) provided cash assistance to fire victims in Barangay Poblacion, Talisay City, Cebu to help them recover their livelihood. Jessa Cabusas, one of the 12 recipients, shared that with the P20,000 cash assistance they received from SLP, they have slowly revived their business. “Nakabangon gyud mi pagkadawat namo sa assistance. Mao continue reading : Sustainable livelihood program helps fire victims recover livelihood

4Ps family values education

Despite the lack of education, the couple Mario and Jocelyn Andujar have instilled in their children the importance of education. They support the realization of their children’s dreams through education. “Ganahan ko nga makahuman akong mga anak sa pag-eskwela kay lisud ang trabaho sa bukid. Isip head of the family, gusto nako nga maka-eskwela sila continue reading : 4Ps family values education

DSWD-7 to remove persistent non-compliant 4Ps beneficiaries

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will remove persistent non-compliant beneficiaries under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). This after the approval of the National Advisory Council (NAC) Resolution 1 series of 2021, “Adopting the Guidelines for the Removal of Persistently Non-Compliant Beneficiaries in the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps).” Republic Act (RA) continue reading : DSWD-7 to remove persistent non-compliant 4Ps beneficiaries