Itogon, Benguet—Far from the urban jungle of Metro Manila, Mr. Leon Macario now enjoys life in the company of his family. A somewhat reserved figure, Mr. Macario, recollects how he was brought back to his rural hometown with the help of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD)... Read More

"Project MARTHA" is an outreach initiative founded in honor of its proponent's late mother, Martha, who was blind and deeply committed to serving others. The name is also inspired by the biblical figure known for her acts of service, symbolizing the project's dedication to providing support and care to those... Read More

On August 31, 2024, 183 residents of Brgy. Caganayan, Tineg, Abra, a remote and often overlooked area, received much-needed financial aid as part of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) payout program. The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) payout program delivered financial aid to 183 residents,... Read More

At last, a new water system finally reached the community of Mamaga to cater their needs. Mamaga is one of the seven sitios of barangay Poswoy in the landlocked town of Balbalan in Kalinga province and considered as the second farthest sitio in the town only accessible through three hours... Read More

La Trinidad, Benguet—In a bid to support the need for a caring and conducive environment for the learning, growth, and development of children 0-6 years old, the Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office Cordillera Administrative Region (DSWD FO CAR) has inaugurated its improved regional facility for the Reception... Read More

Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)- The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office Cordillera Administrative Region and seven (7) Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) has closed partnership which aims to assist students and fresh graduates. On 26 August 2024, DSWD FO CAR represented by Regional Director Maria A. Catbagan-Aplaten, PhD signed... Read More