Tagbilaran City launches on-the-spot senior citizens ID renewal and registration
Tagbilaran City has officially launched the on-the-spot renewal and new application for Senior Citizens ID at Island City Mall (ICM) beginning January 14, 2025.
The initiative, scheduled per barangay, kicked off this week with Barangay Dampas senior citizens as the first to be accommodated.
This innovative program ensures that IDs are printed and distributed immediately upon registration, providing convenience and efficiency for the city’s senior residents.
Mayor Jane Yap emphasized that this initiative is part of the city’s ongoing digitalization program, which aims to streamline services and make them more accessible to the public.
“Very soon, we will also roll out the Tagbilaran Citizens ID in partnership with GCash, further integrating digital technology into our services to provide more benefits for our residents,” the Mayor shared.
The mall-based registration aims to provide a comfortable and organized process for Tagbilaran’s 14,000 senior citizens.
Participants are treated to a free cup of coffee while they wait, a gesture of appreciation for the city’s beloved elders.
The initiative is made possible through the collaboration of various city offices, including the City Events and Cultural Events Office, City Mayor’s Office, City Information and Technology Office, City General Services Office, and the Office for Senior Citizens Affairs.
Mayor Yap also extended her gratitude to the Alturas Group of companies for providing the venue of the activity and to all Senior Citizens’ Presidents of Tagbilaran for their support in ensuring a smooth registration process.
Senior citizens are encouraged to check their barangay schedules for the registration dates, which will be announced soon.
This program not only enhances service delivery but also underscores the city government’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of its senior citizens.
A Tagbilaran City senior citizen proudly shows off her newly issued Senior Citizen ID, courtesy of the city’s on-the-spot ID renewal and registration program. Held at Island City Mall on January 14, 2025, this initiative streamlines access to essential identification, ensuring seniors easily receive benefits and services. Contributed photo
TCC Tulong Dunong scholars receive subsidy
In a significant step toward promoting accessible education, scholars under the Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) at Tagbilaran City College (TCC) received their much-awaited educational subsidy of ₱7,500 per semester.
The distribution took place on January 14, 2025 at the City Mayor’s Office and served as a testament to the city government’s commitment to ensuring that no deserving student is left behind due to financial challenges.
Tagbilaran City College President Dr. Del Mark Cagatin announced that this release is for the first batch of beneficiaries, with additional disbursements scheduled in the coming months.
He emphasized the program’s importance in uplifting poor but deserving students, providing them with the financial support needed to continue their academic pursuits.
Mayor Jane Yap led the initiative and expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the Tulong Dunong Program.
She highlighted the program’s transformative impact on the lives of students and their families, emphasizing that education remains one of the city government’s top priorities.
“The Tulong Dunong Program ensures that every deserving student has the opportunity to pursue his dreams, regardless of their financial situation.
We are committed to creating opportunities for the youth of Tagbilaran to succeed,” Mayor Yap stated.
The event was met with gratitude and excitement from the scholars, many of whom shared how the subsidy would help them cover essential expenses such as tuition, school supplies, and other academic needs.
The assistance comes as a timely boost for students striving to overcome the challenges of pursuing higher education amidst economic difficulties.
The Tulong Dunong Program, which is a collaboration between the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and local government units, continues to serve as a lifeline for thousands of Filipino students.
In Tagbilaran City, the program has significantly contributed to the growing number of college graduates, many of whom now give back to the community through various professions.
Tagbilaran City College (TCC) Administrator Dr. Del Mark Cagatin (third from left) and employee Ms. Trajano (far right) spearheaded four deserving students on receiving educational subsidies from the Tulong Dunong Program. The January 14, 2025, ceremony at the Tagbilaran City Mayor’s Office awarded each student ₱7,500 per semester for tuition, supplies and expenses. Contributed photo