MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur (PIA)--Heeding the monetary concerns of the disabled population, the City Social Welfare Development Office (CSWDO) underscored that it is doing its best to provide cash assistance to persons with disabilities (PWDs).
CSWDO Officer-in-Charge Rismirah Adap shared that as they are being directed to serve the Filipino people, they coordinate with the Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) of the Bangsamoro region, which implements the "Kalinga para sa may mga Kapansanan" program.
"Ito ang serbisyo at mandato na ibinigay sa amin bilang mga social worker at public servant. Nandito kami lagi para umagapay sa pangangailangan ng ating mga kababayan," she said.
(This is the service and mandate given to us as social workers and public servants. We are always available to assist in the needs of our fellow citizens.a
Adap stated that for PWDs to get assistance, they have to register themselves first, however, she explained that their office cannot instantly issue PWD identification (ID) cards now, unlike before when they could automatically give IDs with control numbers.
She explained that this is due to the enforced Philippine Registration for PWD, wherein registration must go through a digital process.
Adap stated that PWDs can opt to register themselves online, but they suggest letting their office do it as each entry on the registration form cannot already be changed.
She likewise mentioned that the registration is only valid for three years, thus, PWDs must process their renewal to update their status, specifically those with a physical disability caused by accidents, which can recover after some time of treatment.
Besides the online registration, Adap further underlined that they see to it that only the indigent can pass the process, as they are the ones needing the help.
"Hindi naman lahat ng PWDs ay makakatanggap because this is intended for those who are in need. Iyong hindi kaya bumili ng gamot at tugunan ang mga pangangailangan ng PWDs natin. Mas napa-priority natin sila. Mas nabibigyan natin sila ng mas malawak na attention para kung may karamdaman sila, mas gagaling sila," she said.
(Not all PWDs can receive because this is intended for those who are in need, those who cannot buy their medicines and address their needs as PWDs. They are more prioritized. We give them broader attention so that if they have an ailment, they will heal)
Recently, the CSWDO and MSSD conducted a payout wherein at least 2,654 PWDs received their annual cash assistance worth P6,000. (CRG/PIA-10/Lanao del Sur)
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