19/02/2026
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TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan โ The National Commission of Senior Citizens โ Region II noted that the commission's partnership with the government's infra arm is a huge help to realize a bigger and wider program implementation.
In a meeting with the Department of Public Works and Highways โ Cagayan Third District Engineering Office (DPWH-CTDEO) on Wednesday that focused on building a three-storey office space for NCSC, Regional Director Dulceneah Lyra F. Dela Cruz said it will be a big development for the elderly sector.
"Sa ngayon ay nagrerenta kami. Minsan delikado sa mga matatanda dahil kailangan pa nilang tumawid sa highway bago marating ang opisina kaya napakalaking ginhawa at kaligtasan sa kanila kung magkakaroon na ng opisina ang NCSC na dedicated para sa matatanda", RD Dela Cruz said.
She also cited that in August last year, CTDEO installed pedestrian lanes for senior citizens crossing Enrile Boulevard to be able to reach NCSC with safety and convenience.
"Kaya last year, we really sought your help kasi nahirapan talaga silang tumawid. Now, hindi na sila takot tumawid kasi mga sasakyan na mismo ang tumitigil lalo kapag may senior silang nakikita", she said.
Meanwhile, District Engineer Esmeralda De Guzman assured that DPWH supports all NCSC efforts to promote the welfare of older persons, underscoring that the country continues to have an ageing population.
Currently, CTDEO is providing architectural design and other technical assistance as the project continues to roll out.
With the partnership, NCSC will be able to widen its mandate as the government's lead in ensuring senior citizens in Cagayan Valley are protected.
[This is a developing story].