Cash Gifts Distributed to Hundreds of Senior Citizens in Cagayan de Oro City
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – A total of 435 senior citizens in Cagayan de Oro City received cash gifts on February 27, 2026, from the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC)-10, under Republic Act No. 11986, also known as the Expanded Centenarian Act. The program aims to recognize the contributions of senior citizens to nation-building and provide financial assistance as they reach significant milestones.
Expanded Centenarian Act Benefits
Republic Act No. 11986 expands the government’s centenarian program to include senior citizens reaching the ages of 80, 85, 90 and 95, in addition to those who turn 100. Cash gifts are distributed as follows:
- 80 years old: ₱10,000
- 85 years old: ₱10,000
- 90 years old: ₱10,000
- 95 years old: ₱10,000
- 100 years old (Centenarians): ₱100,000
Distribution Details
Of the 435 beneficiaries in Cagayan de Oro City, the distribution breakdown is as follows:
- 80 years old: 236
- 85 years old: 129
- 90 years old: 53
- 95 years old: 14
- 100 years old: 3
The NCSC-10 aims to distribute cash gifts to 4,096 beneficiaries across Northern Mindanao in the first quarter of 2026. This includes 2,086 aged 80, 1,372 aged 85, 484 aged 90, 140 aged 95, and 14 centenarians. The distribution began on February 23 in Misamis Oriental and is scheduled to conclude by March 20 in Bukidnon.
How to Apply
Senior citizens who will reach the specified age brackets are encouraged to visit their respective Office of Senior Citizen Affairs (OSCA) or the nearest NCSC office at least six months before their birthday to inquire about the requirements and application process.
Program Impact and Support
Victor Lagang, head of the Cagayan de Oro Office of Senior Citizen Affairs, emphasized that the program provides crucial assistance to senior citizens who may not be beneficiaries of existing indigent social pension programs. The OSCA coordinates with chapter offices in the city’s 80 barangays to disseminate information about available programs and services.
NCSC-10 Regional Director Mary Jean H. Asum highlighted the program’s role in promoting awareness of government services for older persons and reaffirming the commission’s commitment to their welfare. The NCSC also collaborates with agencies like the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to offer livelihood programs and cybersecurity awareness initiatives.
Source: Philippine Information Agency