This Christmas, DSWD is taking its commitment a step further by ensuring that the children in the Agency’s Centers and Residential Care Facilities (CRCF) experience the joy and warmth of the festive season. The agency is making a concerted effort to make them feel that they are an integral part of the DSWD Field Office continue reading : DSWD CARAGA: Exemplifying True Meaning of Family
“Habang may buhay, may pag-asa” is a famous Filipino proverb that translates to “While there is Life, there is Hope. This proverb summarizes that as long as a person is alive, positive change is always possible, despite adversity. No matter how difficult or challenging the situation may be, there is always the potential for things to continue reading : Hope Springs from Opportunity
While many faces express the burden of loss brought about by the devastating Typhoon Odette that swept through the region in December 2021, there’s one face that continues to radiate positivity and gratitude. Meet Lola Patricia, her smile tells a story of gratitude as she received aid through the Emergency Shelter Assistance (ESA) program of continue reading : Gratitude amidst difficulties: Grateful Lola receives ESA
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga, headed by Agusan del Sur Social Welfare and Development (SWAD) Team Leader Michael Andohuyan, facilitated a Psychological First Aid (PFA) to the residents of the municipality of San Luis, Agusan del Sur. The conduct was in response to San Luis Municipal Mayor Hon. Ronaldo continue reading : DUTY CALLS: DSWD Caraga lends Psychological First Aid to victims of terrorist encounter
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga, through the Sectoral Unit, successfully launches the Strategic Helpdesks for Information, Education, Livelihood and other Developmental Interventions (SHIELD) Against Child Labor Program, through a MOA Signing with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of San Miguel at San Miguel Multi-purpose Hall, Surigao del Sur (SDS), continue reading : DSWD Caraga launches SHIELD Against Child Labor Program, Signs MOA with LGU San Miguel
Lorena, a resident of the Home For Girls (HFG) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office (FO) Caraga, won a silver medal for the 200-meter run at the recently conducted Palarong Pambanasa Special Games last July 26 – August 9, 2023 in Marikina City. She currently attends a Special Education Elementary continue reading : HOME-PPORTUNITY FOR GIRLS: HFG resident wins silver medal in Palarong Pambansa 2023
Plastic bottles, plastic cellophane? These are often dumped, resulting in filthy and clogged drains. However, in Barangay Doyos, Carrascal, Surigao del Norte, they are collected and made into a really nice sofa set. This is done with the use of plastic rubbish, which is turned into eco-bricks. To do this, the goal is to continue reading : Transforming Waste into something with Value – BASURA MO, SOFA SET KO!
In the serene side of Purok 5, Barangay. Sta. Cruz, Carmen, Surigao del Sur, Carmelo Merza resides. At the age of 56 years old he embodies the qualities of a model father, combining his roles as a diligent farmer, devoted public servant, and loving family man. With unwavering dedication and a heart full of love, continue reading : Carmelo’s steadfast love creates family’s happiness, unity