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Monday, July 04, 2022

Mga Solo Parents, may P1,000 monthly cash aid at mas marami ang benepisyo sa ilalim ng bagong batas






MANILA, Philippines —  MAKAKATANGGAP ng P1,000 na monthly cash assistance ang mga low-income solo parents sa ilalim ng bagong batas na magbibigay ng mas maraming benepisyo sa mga solo parents.

Una rito naging batas ang Republic Act 11861 o Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act, noong Hunyo 4 matapos hindi ito inaksyunan ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte.

Sa ilalim ng bagong batas, mula sa isang taon, pina-ikli sa anim na buwan ang panahon kung saan maaaring ideklara bilang single parent ang isa tao matapos ang pag-abandona.
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Maliban sa P1,000 na buwanang cash aid para sa mga single parents na ang income ay below poverty line, makakakuha din ang mga solo parents na kumikita ng mas mababa sa P250,000 kada taon ng 10% na discount sa bibilhing gatas para sa kanilang mga anak, pagain, micronutrient supplements at sanitary diapers, gamot, bakuna, at iba pang medical supplements para sa kanilang mga anak hanggang sa anim na taong gulang.

Makakakuha din ng kahalintulad na benepisyo ang mga lolo at lola na naging tanging tagapag-alaga o sole guardians ng minor de edad. 


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Inatasan din ng batas ang Department of Education, Commission on Higher Education, and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority na magbigay ng mga scholarships sa mga kwalipikadong anak ng mga solo parents sa mga institusyon ng basic, higher, and technical/vocational education and training.

Dagdag pa dito ang pagbibigay ng prioridad sa mga solo parents sa mga low-cost housing project ng gobyerno at na may mas madaling payment period.


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Wednesday, January 20, 2021

10 Dagdag na Benipisyo para sa mga Solo Parents sa Ilalim ng HB 8097





MANILA, Philippines — MAGIGING good news ito sa mga solo parents sa buong Pilipinas sakaling tuluyang maging isang batas.

Ito'y matapos inaprobahan na sa final reading ng House of Representatives ang isang panukalang batas na magbibigay ng dagdag na benipisyo sa mga solo parents sa bansa.

Sa botong 208, walang negative at walang abstention, inaprobahan ng House of Representatives ang House Bill No. 8097 na may layuning amyendahan ang Republic Act No. 8972 o the Solo Parents Welfare Act of 2000.

Ang panukalang batas ay sponsor ng Committee on Revision on Laws Chairperson Cheryl Deloso Montalla at Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas.

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Narito ang 10 importanteng probisyon ng HB 8972

1. Pitong araw na paid parental leaves sa mga solo parents

2. Mga benipisyong ibibigay sa mga qualified solo parents o mga solo parents na kumikita ng mas mababa sa P250,000 kada taon.

A. Scholarship program mula sa DepEd, CHED, at TESDA para sa qualified solo parents at full scholarship sa isang anak nito; magiging prioridad naman sa education program ng gobyerno ang iba pa nitong anak.

B. 10% discount at VAT exemption sa goods and services sa lahat na mga establishments kabilang na rito ang mga sumusunod;
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  • Pagkain at micronutrients supplements
  • Sanitary Diapers
  • Medical and Dental Services
  • Diagnostic and Laboratory Fees
  • Professional Fees sa mga private healthcare institutions
  • Basic School Supplies
  • Water at Electric Supplies sa mga public utilities
  • Pamasahe sa land transportation sa mga public utility vehicles
  • Actual fares sa domestic air transport at sea shipping vessels
  • Good and services sa mga restaurants, recreational centers, hotels, etc.


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C. Prioridad din ang mga solo parents sa libreng medical at dental services at diagnostic and laboratory services sa lahat na mga government facilities.

D. Special discounts sa pagbili ng mga basic commodities

E. Pagkakaroon ng benipisyo ay prebilihiyo mula sa GSIC, SS at Pag-IBIG sa mga solo parents

3. Magiging prioridad ang mga solo parents at kanilang mga anak sa employment at livelihood program ng gobyerno. Ang mga private companies na magbibigay ng trabaho sa hindi bababa sa 10 solo parents ay mabibigyan ng dagdag na deductions sa kanilang gross income.

4. Pagkakaroon ng social safety assistance sa mga solo parents at kanilang mga anak sa panahon ng kalamidad o trahedya.

5. Inaatasan ang DOLE at ang CSC na hikayatin ang mga establishments na magkaroon ng child minding centers sa mga pinagtatrabahuan at i-promote ang breastfeeding in the work place.

6. May itatatag din na Solo Parents Office sa bawat probinsiya at lungsod at Solo Parent Division sa ilalim ng Municipal Social Welfare Office sa bawat bayan.

7. Bibigyan ng Solo Parent Identification Card at booklet (for qualified solo parents only) na magiging valid para sa isang taon at maaaring magamit alinman sa Pilipinas.

8.  Magiging detalyado naman ang documentary requirements para sa registration at issuance ng mga Solo Parent Identification Cards at booklets para sa patas na distribusyon.

9. May itatatag naman na Inter-Agency Coordinating and Monitoring Committee and Joint Congressional Oversight Committee

10. May multa namang naghihintay sa mga entities na hindi tutupad sa mga nakasaad na benipisyo para sa solo parents.

Multa naman na hindi bababa sa P10,000 ngunit hindi lalampas sa P50,000 o pagkakakulong na hindi bababa sa anim na buwan ngunit hindi lalagpas sa isang taon, o pareho ang naghihintay sa sinomang tao, korporasyon, o ahensiya na tatangging magbigay ng nabanggit na mga benipisyo sa solo parents sa ilalim ng panukalang batas bilang first offense.

Itinakda naman sa 100,000 hanggang P200,000 o pagkakakulong  ang multa sa mga susunod pang paglabag.

Pagmumultahin din ng batas ng hindi bababa sa P50,000 ngunit hindi hihigit sa P100,000 o pagkakakulong ang sinomang mamemeke ng dokumento para maka-avail ng nabanggit na benipisyo.

Matapos nakalusot sa kongreso, isusumite na sa Senado ang nabanggit na panukalang batas upang ma-aksyunan.

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Friday, May 24, 2019

Bill Extending Travel Perks To The Dependents of OFW's Approved By Congress

The bill seeks to extend further assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFW) by giving exemptions to their dependents from paying of travel tax and airport fee enjoyed by OFWs.

The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000.
The bill seeks to extend further assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFW) by giving exemptions to their dependents from paying of travel tax and airport fee enjoyed by OFWs. The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000. Ads The House of Representatives has endorsed for Senate approved a measure seeking to grant travel tax exemption to dependents of married or solo parent overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). With a unanimous vote of 171, the lower chamber approved House Bill 6138 on the third and final reading. The bill seeks to amend Sections 3 and 35 of the Republic Act (RA) 8042, otherwise known as the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995, as amended by RA 10022. The bill will extend further assistance to OFWs by exempting their dependents from the payment of travel tax and airport fee as well. The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are considered “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000. Davao del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez, the principal author of the bill, said the contribution of OFWs to the country’s revenue-raising effort and economic standing, in general, is undeniably significant, with their total yearly remittances amounting to billions of dollars. He said the government has as much as possible conferred upon these OFWs privileges and protection in various matters. Ads Sponsored Links “This notwithstanding, there is still some void to fill as the so-called solo parent OFWs face some sort inequity in the field of taxation,” Alvarez said. According to Alvarez, children of these single parent modern-day heroes are currently denied exemptions from travel tax, an incentive to which kids of their married counterparts are entitled as provided for under RA No. 6768, as amended, or the Expanded Balikbayan Program.

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The House of Representatives has endorsed for Senate approved a measure seeking to grant travel tax exemption to dependents of married or solo parent overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).

With a unanimous vote of 171, the lower chamber approved House Bill 6138 on the third and final reading. The bill seeks to amend Sections 3 and 35 of the Republic Act (RA) 8042, otherwise known as the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995, as amended by RA 10022.

The bill will extend further assistance to OFWs by exempting their dependents from the payment of travel tax and airport fee as well.

The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are considered “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000.

Davao del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez, the principal author of the bill, said the contribution of OFWs to the country’s revenue-raising effort and economic standing, in general, is undeniably significant, with their total yearly remittances amounting to billions of dollars.

He said the government has as much as possible conferred upon these OFWs privileges and protection in various matters.


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The bill seeks to extend further assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFW) by giving exemptions to their dependents from paying of travel tax and airport fee enjoyed by OFWs. The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000. Ads The House of Representatives has endorsed for Senate approved a measure seeking to grant travel tax exemption to dependents of married or solo parent overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). With a unanimous vote of 171, the lower chamber approved House Bill 6138 on the third and final reading. The bill seeks to amend Sections 3 and 35 of the Republic Act (RA) 8042, otherwise known as the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995, as amended by RA 10022. The bill will extend further assistance to OFWs by exempting their dependents from the payment of travel tax and airport fee as well. The measure extends the benefit of exemption from payment of travel tax and airport fee to children of OFWs who are considered “solo parents” as defined under the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act of 2000. Davao del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez, the principal author of the bill, said the contribution of OFWs to the country’s revenue-raising effort and economic standing, in general, is undeniably significant, with their total yearly remittances amounting to billions of dollars. He said the government has as much as possible conferred upon these OFWs privileges and protection in various matters. Ads Sponsored Links “This notwithstanding, there is still some void to fill as the so-called solo parent OFWs face some sort inequity in the field of taxation,” Alvarez said. According to Alvarez, children of these single parent modern-day heroes are currently denied exemptions from travel tax, an incentive to which kids of their married counterparts are entitled as provided for under RA No. 6768, as amended, or the Expanded Balikbayan Program.

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“This notwithstanding, there is still some void to fill as the so-called solo parent OFWs face some sort inequity in the field of taxation,” Alvarez said.

According to Alvarez, children of these single parent modern-day heroes are currently denied exemptions from travel tax, an incentive to which kids of their married counterparts are entitled as provided for under RA No. 6768, as amended, or the Expanded Balikbayan Program.
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Saturday, October 20, 2018

Single Parents May Now Avail 20% Discount In Quezon City


There are over 20 million solo parents in the Philippines. Even some overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were single moms and was forced to find a work abroad to support their kid/s because they are raising their children alone without the support of their former partners. Having a growth rate of 30.5 % as of last year, the Federation of Solo Parents expects the population further increase this year.

To assist solo parents in the Philippines, the government introduced the Solo Parent ID, an identification card that allows single parents to enjoy certain benefits. Now the Quezon City Government has now approved an ordinance granting 20% discount to solo parents.


There are over 20 million solo parents in the Philippines. Even some overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were single moms and was forced to find a work abroad to support their kid/s because they are raising their children alone without the support of their former partners. Having a growth rate of 30.5 % as of last year, the Federation of Solo Parents expects the population further increase this year. To assist solo parents in the Philippines, the government introduced the Solo Parent ID, an identification card that allows single parents to enjoy certain benefits. Now the Quezon City Government has now approved an ordinance granting 20% discount to solo parents. Ads Sponsored Links The Quezon City council has approved on final reading an ordinance granting a 20% discount to solo parents at all food establishments in the city. The discount, according to the council, will be given every first and last Sundays of the month with a maximum restaurant bill of P2,000. It added that the discount will be tax deductible for the establishments. The discount aims to help ease the expenses of single parents when dining at restaurants, particularly during special occasions of their children. To avail of the discount, parents should present their "Solo Parent ID," which they can apply for at the city's social services department. QUALIFICATIONS: A solo parent, as defined by RA 8972 is: A woman who gives birth as a result of rape and other crimes against chastity even without a final conviction of the offender provided that the mother keeps and raises the child. Parent left solo or alone with the responsibility of parenthood due to the following circumstances: a. Due to the death of a spouse. b. Spouse is detained or serving sentence for a criminal conviction for at least one (1) year. c. Physical and/or mental incapacity of a spouse as certified by a public medical practitioner. d. Legal separation or de facto separation from spouse for at least one (1) year, as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children. e. Declaration of nullity or annulment of marriage as decreed by a court or by a church as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children. Unmarried mother/father who has preferred to keep and rear her/his child/children instead of having others care for them or give them up to a welfare institution. Any other person who solely provides parental care and support to a child or children. Any family member who assumes the responsibility of the head of the family as a result of the death, abandonment, disappearance or prolonged absence of the parents or solo parent. CRITERIA FOR SUPPORT Any solo parent whose income falls below the poverty threshold as set by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and subject to the assessment of the DSWD worker in the area shall be eligible for assistance. A solo parent can directly inquire from the following agencies to avail of their services: Health Services (DOH) Educational Services (CHED, TESDA) Housing (NHA) Parental Leave (Employer, DOLE, CSC) Note: A solo parent whose income is above the poverty threshold shall enjoy only such limited benefits as flexible work schedule, parental leave and others to be determined by the DSWD. REQUIREMENTS: 1. The applicants for the solo parent ID must bring the following documents to the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office: Barangay certification certifying Solo Parent’s residency in the barangay for the last six months Certificates e.g., birth certificates of children, death certificate of spouse and other appropriate documentary support Income tax return or any document that will establish the income level of the solo parent 2. The social worker receives and ensures that all documents are complete and registers the applications with an appropriate case number in the log-book Registry of Solo Parents. Note: The ID will be issued after 30 days from filing. The validity of the ID is one year and is renewable. Ads Filed under the category of solo parents, Philippines, overseas Filipino workers, Federation of Solo Parents, Solo Parent ID, Quezon City Government, 20% discount, ordinance,
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The Quezon City council has approved on final reading an ordinance granting a 20% discount to solo parents at all food establishments in the city.


The discount, according to the council, will be given every first and last Sundays of the month with a maximum restaurant bill of P2,000.

It added that the discount will be tax deductible for the establishments.

The discount aims to help ease the expenses of single parents when dining at restaurants, particularly during special occasions of their children.

To avail of the discount, parents should present their "Solo Parent ID," which they can apply for at the city's social services department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A solo parent, as defined by RA 8972 is:
A woman who gives birth as a result of rape and other crimes against chastity even without a final conviction of the offender provided that the mother keeps and raises the child.
Parent left solo or alone with the responsibility of parenthood due to the following circumstances:

a. Due to the death of a spouse.

b. Spouse is detained or serving sentence for a criminal conviction for at least one (1) year.

c. Physical and/or mental incapacity of a spouse as certified by a public medical practitioner.

d. Legal separation or de facto separation from spouse for at least one (1) year, as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children.

e. Declaration of nullity or annulment of marriage as decreed by a court or by a church as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children.
Unmarried mother/father who has preferred to keep and rear her/his child/children instead of having others care for them or give them up to a welfare institution.
Any other person who solely provides parental care and support to a child or children.
Any family member who assumes the responsibility of the head of the family as a result of the death, abandonment, disappearance or prolonged absence of the parents or solo parent.

CRITERIA FOR SUPPORT
Any solo parent whose income falls below the poverty threshold as set by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and subject to the assessment of the DSWD worker in the area shall be eligible for assistance. A solo parent can directly inquire from the following agencies to avail of their services:
Health Services (DOH)
Educational Services (CHED, TESDA)
Housing (NHA)
Parental Leave (Employer, DOLE, CSC) Note: A solo parent whose income is above the poverty threshold shall enjoy only such limited benefits as flexible work schedule, parental leave and others to be determined by the DSWD.

REQUIREMENTS:
1. The applicants for the solo parent ID must bring the following documents to the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office:
Barangay certification certifying Solo Parent’s residency in the barangay for the last six months
Certificates e.g., birth certificates of children, death certificate of spouse and other appropriate documentary support
Income tax return or any document that will establish the income level of the solo parent

2. The social worker receives and ensures that all documents are complete and registers the applications with an appropriate case number in the log-book Registry of Solo Parents.

Note: The ID will be issued after 30 days from filing. The validity of the ID is one year and is renewable.

There are over 20 million solo parents in the Philippines. Even some overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were single moms and was forced to find a work abroad to support their kid/s because they are raising their children alone without the support of their former partners. Having a growth rate of 30.5 % as of last year, the Federation of Solo Parents expects the population further increase this year. To assist solo parents in the Philippines, the government introduced the Solo Parent ID, an identification card that allows single parents to enjoy certain benefits. Now the Quezon City Government has now approved an ordinance granting 20% discount to solo parents. Ads Sponsored Links The Quezon City council has approved on final reading an ordinance granting a 20% discount to solo parents at all food establishments in the city. The discount, according to the council, will be given every first and last Sundays of the month with a maximum restaurant bill of P2,000. It added that the discount will be tax deductible for the establishments. The discount aims to help ease the expenses of single parents when dining at restaurants, particularly during special occasions of their children. To avail of the discount, parents should present their "Solo Parent ID," which they can apply for at the city's social services department. QUALIFICATIONS: A solo parent, as defined by RA 8972 is: A woman who gives birth as a result of rape and other crimes against chastity even without a final conviction of the offender provided that the mother keeps and raises the child. Parent left solo or alone with the responsibility of parenthood due to the following circumstances: a. Due to the death of a spouse. b. Spouse is detained or serving sentence for a criminal conviction for at least one (1) year. c. Physical and/or mental incapacity of a spouse as certified by a public medical practitioner. d. Legal separation or de facto separation from spouse for at least one (1) year, as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children. e. Declaration of nullity or annulment of marriage as decreed by a court or by a church as long as he/she is entrusted with the custody of the children. Unmarried mother/father who has preferred to keep and rear her/his child/children instead of having others care for them or give them up to a welfare institution. Any other person who solely provides parental care and support to a child or children. Any family member who assumes the responsibility of the head of the family as a result of the death, abandonment, disappearance or prolonged absence of the parents or solo parent. CRITERIA FOR SUPPORT Any solo parent whose income falls below the poverty threshold as set by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and subject to the assessment of the DSWD worker in the area shall be eligible for assistance. A solo parent can directly inquire from the following agencies to avail of their services: Health Services (DOH) Educational Services (CHED, TESDA) Housing (NHA) Parental Leave (Employer, DOLE, CSC) Note: A solo parent whose income is above the poverty threshold shall enjoy only such limited benefits as flexible work schedule, parental leave and others to be determined by the DSWD. REQUIREMENTS: 1. The applicants for the solo parent ID must bring the following documents to the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office: Barangay certification certifying Solo Parent’s residency in the barangay for the last six months Certificates e.g., birth certificates of children, death certificate of spouse and other appropriate documentary support Income tax return or any document that will establish the income level of the solo parent 2. The social worker receives and ensures that all documents are complete and registers the applications with an appropriate case number in the log-book Registry of Solo Parents. Note: The ID will be issued after 30 days from filing. The validity of the ID is one year and is renewable. Ads Filed under the category of solo parents, Philippines, overseas Filipino workers, Federation of Solo Parents, Solo Parent ID, Quezon City Government, 20% discount, ordinance,
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The overseas Filipino workers (OFW) helps the economy by the remittances they send to their family which is spent on their daily needs making local commerce move. In spite of the help they give to the economy, OFWs are often vulnerable to abuse and maltreatment abroad especially those who are deployed as household service workers (HSW). Due to lack or very little knowledge about their rights, many OFWs needs equipping and protection. Recently, two pro-OFW bills were already approved in the House Of Representatives: HB 8110 and HB 1700 which aims to empower and protect the OFWs. Ads Sponsored Links The House of Representatives has approved on second reading two measures aimed at empowering and protecting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). In a statement by Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera-Dy, she said that the Congress approved House Bill (HB) No. 8110, which proposes a standard handbook on the rights and responsibilities of OFWs, and House Bill 1700, granting OFWs the right to equal protection on money claims. Under HB 8110, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is mandated to develop, publish, disseminate, and update a handbook on the rights and responsibilities of migrant workers. They shall also be the lead agency in implementing an intensified program against illegal recruitment activities. The bill also provides that the handbook shall be written in words that can be easily understood, with translation in the local language as may be necessary. On the other hand, HB 1700 is seeking to amend Republic Act No. 8042, or the “Migrant Workers and Filipino Migrants Act of 1995”, by removing the clause "or for three months for every year of the unexpired term whichever is less" found on the fifth paragraph of Section 10 of the law which refers to money claims for the unexpired portion of a migrant worker's contract. Under the measure, a worker shall be entitled to the full reimbursement of his placement fee and deduction made with interest at 12% per annum in case of termination of overseas employment without just, valid or authorized cause as defined by law or contract, or any unauthorized deduction from the migrant worker’s salary. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, remittances, economy, abuse, maltreatment, household service workers, HB 8110, HB 1700, House Of Representatives, OFW, HSW

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Many Filipinos especially those in the remote areas of the country. They can only avail of medical attention once in a blue moon through medical missions coming from non-government organizations (NGO's) and other health advocacy groups. Instances also happen where citizens, even at the heart of the city suffer illnesses and just succumb to their deaths without having treated due to expensive medications and hospitalization. Soon, all Filipinos will have access to free health services including the families of the overseas Filipino workers (OFW). This situation is about to change as the new universal health bill was already approved and soon to be enacted as a law. The Senate passed on third and final reading a bill that seeks to provide adequate health care services to Filipinos. The senators unanimously voted for the approval of Senate Bill #1986 also known as the "Universal Health Care Bill." President Rodrigo Duterte wanted it to be certified urgent and called for the proposed measure's passage at the Senate. Ads Sponsored Links With this law being enacted, Filipinos will be given health care coverage and benefits under the National Health Security Program, which replaces the National Health Insurance Program or Philhealth. Under the universal health care law, "contributors" or those who have the capacity to pay will have to pay for their premiums while the government will shoulder the contributions of non-contributors. Funds for the subsidy will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act as well as sin taxes from cigarettes will also be a major source of funding for the policy. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, who authored the bill when he was still a party-list representative, thanked the Senate for passing what he considers to be a "groundbreaking" law. The House of Representative had previously passed a version of the bill (House Bill No 5784) in September 2017. The President's move in certifying the bill as urgent shows the administration's "unrelenting commitment to provide the marginalized and disadvantaged with sufficient and better health care services," Roque said. Filed under the category of Filipinos, non-government organizations (NGO's), health advocacy groups, free health services, universal health bill, Senate, Universal Health Care Bill, President Rodrigo Duterte

As overseas Filipino workers (OFW) working in an unfamiliar territory, we feel comfortable whenever we see a compatriot or a fellow Filipino abroad. In some instances, very unfortunate things happen like getting into a trouble because of a fellow Filipino. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Consulate General in Saudi Arabia confirmed that an OFW was stabbed and killed by a fellow OFW in Jeddah, KSA. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino was stabbed and killed by a fellow Filipino in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to the confirmation of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The victim (name withheld) was a 29-year-old from Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, who worked as a family driver in Jeddah. The suspect (name withheld), a 34-year-old from Capiz, also a driver for the same family The suspect remains under police custody after he was arrested immediately after the incident. The two "allegedly engaged in a fistfight in front of the house of their employer that ended in the victim getting fatally stabbed by his fellow driver." The motive of the stabbing is still unknown. The Consulate General and the Philippine Overseas Labor Office in Jeddah will extend full assistance to both Filipinos as well as their families. The victim is set for a vacation to the Philippines soon but the incident turned out to be unfortunate that he will come home inside a box. Consul General Edgar Badajos said that the suspect is facing a death sentence as per Saudi Sharia law. However, since they are both Filipinos, it is possible that the victim's family could instead He assured that they will render assistance to help both OFWs. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, Filipino abroad, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Saudi Arabia, stabbed, Jeddah, KSA
Two Bills For OFWS: HB 8110 And HB 1700 Now Approved In Congress
More often, families with overseas Filipino workers (OFW) rely on their OFW breadwinner in providing their needs and without doing any efforts to have extra income. They use the money they receive to pay their bills, rents, mortgages, etc. They tend to spend the remittances they receive and wait for the next remittance when the money is over without any savings. This is the reason why no matter how long the OFWs exhaust themselves working overseas, they are still coming home broke and without any savings. Encouraging our spouse or anyone who is responsible for the remittances you send to save could be a great help and could guarantee a hassle-free retirement, much more if they placed this savings to a profitable investment. Ads Sponsored Links Stick to a budget schedule Convince your spouse to make a monthly budget and commit to saving a portion of the monthly remittance. They could also spend the remaining part of the budget after setting aside the savings. No matter how small the savings, it could mean a lot after a period of time you regularly do it. Use the credit card wisely or do not use it at all Credit cards could be an advantage when purchasing but it can also lure the holder to spend more. Whenever possible, avoid using credit cards and use cash instead. It would save you from paying extra charges and interests which can really raise your spending. The best rule should be, do not spend the money you do not have. Always make a list of important things to buy Many OFW spouses tend to go on a shopping spree just after receiving the remittance and let their impulses lead in which items they like to buy at the very moment without putting their priorities on the things they really needed. Encourage them to develop a habit and discipline of making a list of the things they need to prioritize during shopping and strictly follow what is on the list to avoid spending too much on the things that are not really important. Live a lifestyle that suits your income Many OFW spouses live like one day millionaire. after claiming the remittances you sent, they will go straight to the mall, eat at the fast-food chain of their choice, go on a shopping spree buying what they want without even thinking if they still have the money to go through the month until the next remittance. If their budget got short, they would borrow money from someone which would cause the next budget to bear the shortage and the cycle goes on. There's nothing wrong with being generous but not too much Advise your spouse to exercise caution when giving help to extended families, relatives or friends. There is nothing wrong with extending help but there has to be a limitation. This would avoid them to become dependent on your assistance that they would knock your everytime they need financial help. Working overseas is not forever and you will eventually come home for good. It is you and your spouse who need to work hand-in-hand to succeed. Together you must find ways to take care of your finances and save for the future of your family. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, extra income, bills, rents, mortgages, remittances, working overseas, retirement, investment, savings
More often, families with overseas Filipino workers (OFW) rely on their OFW breadwinner in providing their needs and without doing any efforts to have extra income. They use the money they receive to pay their bills, rents, mortgages, etc. They tend to spend the remittances they receive and wait for the next remittance when the money is over without any savings. This is the reason why no matter how long the OFWs exhaust themselves working overseas, they are still coming home broke and without any savings. Encouraging our spouse or anyone who is responsible for the remittances you send to save could be a great help and could guarantee a hassle-free retirement, much more if they placed this savings to a profitable investment. Ads Sponsored Links Stick to a budget schedule Convince your spouse to make a monthly budget and commit to saving a portion of the monthly remittance. They could also spend the remaining part of the budget after setting aside the savings. No matter how small the savings, it could mean a lot after a period of time you regularly do it. Use the credit card wisely or do not use it at all Credit cards could be an advantage when purchasing but it can also lure the holder to spend more. Whenever possible, avoid using credit cards and use cash instead. It would save you from paying extra charges and interests which can really raise your spending. The best rule should be, do not spend the money you do not have. Always make a list of important things to buy Many OFW spouses tend to go on a shopping spree just after receiving the remittance and let their impulses lead in which items they like to buy at the very moment without putting their priorities on the things they really needed. Encourage them to develop a habit and discipline of making a list of the things they need to prioritize during shopping and strictly follow what is on the list to avoid spending too much on the things that are not really important. Live a lifestyle that suits your income Many OFW spouses live like one day millionaire. after claiming the remittances you sent, they will go straight to the mall, eat at the fast-food chain of their choice, go on a shopping spree buying what they want without even thinking if they still have the money to go through the month until the next remittance. If their budget got short, they would borrow money from someone which would cause the next budget to bear the shortage and the cycle goes on. There's nothing wrong with being generous but not too much Advise your spouse to exercise caution when giving help to extended families, relatives or friends. There is nothing wrong with extending help but there has to be a limitation. This would avoid them to become dependent on your assistance that they would knock your everytime they need financial help. Working overseas is not forever and you will eventually come home for good. It is you and your spouse who need to work hand-in-hand to succeed. Together you must find ways to take care of your finances and save for the future of your family. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, extra income, bills, rents, mortgages, remittances, working overseas, retirement, investment, savings
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Monday, April 23, 2018

GSIS Opens Scholarship For Incoming College Freshmen For SY 2018-2019


The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is now accepting applications for GSIS Scholarship Program (GSP) for Academic Year 2018-2019. Application start last April 16 and the deadline on June 15.

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The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is now accepting applications for GSIS Scholarship Program (GSP) for Academic Year 2018-2019. Application start last April 16 and the deadline on June 15. According to GSIS President Jesus Clint Aranas, 400 scholarship will be given for children or dependents of low-income GSIS member. Out of 400, 40 are allotted to dependents of a person with disabilities, indigenous peoples (IPs) and solo or single parents. Qualified GSIS members may nominate their children or dependent to the scholarship if they are incoming freshmen who have been accepted in any four- or five-year course or in priority courses in Commission on Higher Education (CHED)-recognized schools. Under GSP, GSIS will shoulder the actual cost of tuition and miscellaneous fees not exceeding Php40,000 per academic year of the 400 new scholars. The scholars will also receive Php3,000 monthly allowance. Monetary incentives in the amount of Php20,000, Php30,000, and Php50,000 also await scholars who will graduate with Latin honors cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude, respectively. Children or dependents of active members and children of permanent total disability (PTD) pensioners who are less than 60 years old may be nominated to the program. Active members are qualified to nominate scholars if they are permanent government employees who have at least three-year government service, have a salary grade of 24 or below (or its equivalent job level), and have paid premium contributions for the last six months. Single or married active members who are childless may nominate one child or dependent who rely on them for support, while PTD pensioners below 60 years old may nominate their children only. Interested? download the application and certification form from the GSIS website (www.gsis.gov.ph). You may also get the form from the nearest GSIS office in your area. For applicants, just submit the following requirements to the nearest GSIS office for processing. Duly Accomplished forms Dependent's Birth Certificate
According to GSIS President Jesus Clint Aranas, 400 scholarship will be given for children or dependents of low-income GSIS member. Out of 400, 40 are allotted to dependents of a person with disabilities, indigenous peoples (IPs) and solo or single parents.



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Qualified GSIS members may nominate their children or dependent to the scholarship if they are incoming freshmen who have been accepted in any four- or five-year course or in priority courses in Commission on Higher Education (CHED)-recognized schools.

Under GSP, GSIS will shoulder the actual cost of tuition and miscellaneous fees not exceeding Php40,000 per academic year of the 400 new scholars. The scholars will also receive Php3,000 monthly allowance.

Monetary incentives in the amount of Php20,000, Php30,000, and Php50,000 also await scholars who will graduate with Latin honors cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude, respectively.

Children or dependents of active members and children of permanent total disability (PTD) pensioners who are less than 60 years old may be nominated to the program.

Active members are qualified to nominate scholars if they are permanent government employees who have at least three-year government service, have a salary grade of 24 or below (or its equivalent job level), and have paid premium contributions for the last six months.

Single or married active members who are childless may nominate one child or dependent who rely on them for support, while PTD pensioners below 60 years old may nominate their children only.

Interested? download the application and certification form from the GSIS website (www.gsis.gov.ph). You may also get the form from the nearest GSIS office in your area.

For applicants, just submit the following requirements to the nearest GSIS office for processing.
  • Duly Accomplished forms
  • Dependent's Birth Certificate

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