DSWD Confirms Ongoing Medical and Burial Assistance
ILOILO CITY – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has confirmed that budget for medical and burial assistance in Western Visayas remains available despite recent rumors.
Contrary to reports claiming that DSWD Region 6 has stopped the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program due to depleted funds, the agency clarified these are false. “Gusto namon nga klaruhon ini, indi matuod (We want to clarify, it’s not true),” said DSWD-6 Assistant Regional Director Katherine Joy Lamprea.
Continued Support for Eligible Beneficiaries
DSWD Region 6 continues to provide aid to qualified recipients, especially those seeking medical and burial assistance. Lamprea emphasized that the financial help depends on social workers’ evaluations and strictly follows the agency’s guidelines.
“Padayon ang paghatag sang bulig sang DSWD Region 6 sa mga eligible nga benepisyaryo, labi na gid sa medical kag burial assistance (DSWD-Region 6 is continuing to provide assistance to eligible beneficiaries, especially medical and burial assistance),” she added.
Proper Assessment and Public Advisory
The amount of aid granted is carefully determined based on each claimant’s situation. The DSWD-6 urges the public to verify information before accepting it as true. “Once again, we urge the public not to immediately believe any unconfirmed information,” Lamprea stated.
Where to Seek Medical and Burial Assistance
Individuals in need of support may seek assessment through social workers in the provinces of Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo, and Negros Occidental. The highly urbanized cities of Iloilo and Bacolod also offer these services.
Through these efforts, DSWD ensures that help reaches those who truly need it, maintaining vital support within the region.
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