Social Welfare Services
The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office and local welfare offices
What the Province does
Under the Local Government Code, the province provides social welfare services and supports those of its cities and municipalities.
Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office
The PSWDO leads provincial programs for families, children, women, senior citizens, persons with disabilities and people in crisis.
Office detailsAssistance
Assistance for people in difficult situations is evaluated by social workers. Ask the PSWDO what applies to you.
Community programs
The PSWDO coordinates with city and municipal social welfare offices and barangays.
Find your city or municipalityWho handles what
IDs and benefits are often processed locally.
Senior citizen, PWD and solo parent IDs
These are usually processed at the city or municipal office for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and social welfare. Ask your city or municipal hall.
Find your city or municipalityDSWD national programs
Programs such as 4Ps are run by the Department of Social Welfare and Development, with local social welfare offices as partners.
Need help now
For emergencies call 911. For welfare concerns, call the PSWDO during office hours.
PSWDOThis page is a general guide written by volunteers. Requirements, fees and processing times are set by each office and may vary, so confirm with the office before you go. The official source is the Provincial Government of Bukidnon website.