NEW DEAL FOR SENIORS
THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has expressed its full support for the launching of the Philippine Plan of Action for Senior Citizens 2023-2028 (PPASC 2023-2028.
This program seeks to address the evolving needs and challenges faced by the country’s elderly population.
DSWD Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs Irene B. Dumlao represented Secretary Rex Gatchalian in the soft launching of the 5-year development plan for older persons which was held on Monday after the Flag Raising Ceremony at the Mabini Social Hall in Malacanang Palace.
The 5-year plan aims to create an inclusive and age-friendly society that serves and protects the rights and privileges including the health and well-being of senior citizens across the country.
The plan was developed by the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), key national government agencies, and development partners through several planning activities, workshops, briefings, and a national validation summit.
Dumlao said the launch of the PPASC 2023-2028 is very timely as the country is celebrating the Elderly Filipino Week from October 1 to 7.
“The launch of the plan further emphasized the government’s commitment to elevate the status and welfare of senior citizens in the country,” Dumlao said.
