2 MisOcc Centenarians receive P200-K cash gift from PGMO, DSWD

 

Two centenarians from Misamis Occidental were all smiles after receiving PHP200,000 each, amounting to a total of PHP400,000 in cash incentives from both the provincial and national governments.

The recipients, Vicente Eleonor from Calamba and Rufina Ybañez Sumanduran from Don Victoriano, celebrated their centennial birthdays on September 4 and 7, respectively. Each received PHP100,000 from the Misamis Occidental provincial government and an additional PHP100,000 from the national government.

Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez, alongside provincial social welfare officers and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), personally handed over the cash gifts on behalf of Governor Henry S. Oaminal.

These incentives are part of the provincial government's ongoing commitment to senior citizens, especially under the Centenarians Act. Governor Oaminal emphasized, "We fully embrace senior citizen-centered policies to continue caring for our lolos and lolas. We are committed to addressing the needs of our elderly in Misamis Occidental."

The local government units of Don Victoriano and Calamba hosted special events to honor the centenarians, celebrating their extraordinary lives.

The families of the two centenarians expressed their gratitude to Governor Oaminal and President Bongbong Marcos, noting that the financial aid will significantly help with medical expenses and other personal needs.

In addition to the cash gifts, the centenarians received signed certificates from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., congratulating them on their remarkable achievement of reaching 100 years of age.

As of September 7, 2024, 12 centenarians from various towns across Misamis Occidental have been awarded by the provincial government and DSWD, recognizing their milestone achievements. (SN/PGMO)

Another centenarian from Calamba town Vicente Eleonor, who celebrated his 100th birthday today, September 4 received a P100,000 cash grant from the Misamis Occidental provincial government. Additionally, he was awarded PHP 100,000 from the national government under Republic Act 10868, the Centenarians Act of 2016. Governor Oaminal affirms that centenarians in the province are not only honored for their remarkable longevity but also supported with the financial assistance they deserve.

Centenarian Rufina Ybañez Sumanduran from Lalud, Don Victoriano, marked her 100th birthday with incredible vitality on September 7, despite her hearing loss. Her enduring spirit was honored by the province of Misamis Occidental, with Governor Henry S. Oaminal through VG Wheng Gutierrez awarding her P100,000, matched by another P100,000 from the DSWD, totaling P200,000. The LGU Don Victoriano also hosted a special event, highlighting the province’s profound respect and admiration for her extraordinary life.