The Daily Tribune
Over 1K centenarians receive cash gifts
A total of 1,009 centenarians in Central Visayas have received P100.9 million in cash gifts and presidential citations from 2016 to 2024.
This initiative is in line with Republic Act 10868, also known as the Centenarian Act of 2016, which mandates providing P100,000 cash gifts and letters of felicitation to eligible individuals.
Cebu had the highest number of recipients with 474 centenarians, followed by Bohol with 282, Negros Oriental with 217, and Siquijor with 36.
The data shows a significant majority of recipients were female, with 778 women compared to 231 men.
Starting in 2025, the responsibility for implementing RA 10868 will be transferred from the DSWD-7 to the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC).
DSWD-7 is undertaking measures to ensure a seamless transition, including data sharing and briefing the NCSC on program procedures and recipient safety protocols.
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