NAGA CITY, CAMARINES SUR — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V-Bicol Region distributed assistive devices through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) Program, on October 2, 2026.

Led by Regional Director Norman S. Laurio, the Field Office through its AICS Medical Assistance successfully provided wheelchairs and a walker to 11 persons with disabilities in the province of Camarines Sur.

The distribution was successfully conducted through a Guarantee Letter partnership with a service provider delivering assistive devices.

During the distribution, the service provider conducted a demonstration on how to use the assistive devices, and presented its features and functions to guide the beneficiaries.

A representative from the service provider guiding the beneficiaries on how to used the wheelchair through a demonstration.

In a message, RD Laurio emphasized the importance of the assistive devices in strengthening the community.

“By distributing wheelchairs and a walker, we aren’t just providing mobility—we are restoring independence, dignity, and equal opportunity to our Persons with Disability community. This directly aligns with DSWD’s commitment to inclusive, compassionate service, ensuring no one is left behind as we build a stronger, more resilient community together,” RD stated

This initiative reflects with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr’s directives to Secretary Rex Gatchalian, as the DSWD remains committed to strengthening the vulnerable and marginalized sectors.##