NCSC - Region IX

01/10/2026

EFW 2026 KICK-OFF CEREMONY | PAGADIAN CITY

The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Region IX, in partnership with the City Welfare and Social Development Office (CWSDO) of Pagadian City, officially kicked off the Elderly Filipino Week (EFW) 2026 celebration today!

The week-long celebration began with a Holy Mass, followed by an energetic Zumba activity, bringing together around 300 senior citizens in a meaningful celebration of life, health, faith, and active ageing.

More than a celebration, EFW is a reminder of the invaluable contributions, rights, and continuing role of our senior citizens in our families, communities, and society.
Nakatatandang Pilipino:

May Halaga at Karapatan, May Boses at Ambag sa Bayan!
Let the celebration begin!

30/09/2026

"𝐍𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨: 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐠 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧."

Ang unang linggo ng Oktubre ay Elderly Filipino Week!

Sa gitna ng lumalaking populasyon ng mga nakatatanda, magtulong-tulong tayo na protektahan ang kanilang karapatan, tugunan ang kanilang pangangailangan, at kilalanin ang kanilang patuloy na kontribusyon sa ekonomiya at lipunan.

Ipakita ang iyong suporta! Gamitin ang opisyal na FB Frame sa https://twb.nz/efw2026!

Bisitahin din ang https://www.ncsc.gov.ph/efw para sa EFW Collateral Materials.

The Elderly Filipino Week (EFW), observed every first week of October, is an annual celebration that recognizes the invaluable contributions, rights, dignity, and aspirations of Filipino senior citizens.

27/09/2026

ADVISORY | NCSC REGION IX

Please be informed that the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Region IX will be closing at 1:00 PM today, pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 136, declaring the 34th National Family Day and providing for the suspension of work beginning at 1:00 PM.

Regular office operations will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, during normal working hours.

We encourage everyone to take this opportunity to spend meaningful time with their families.

26/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIR ADNAN E. AHMAD!

Warmest birthday greetings to Mr. Adnan E. Ahmad, Acting Division Chief, Operations Division, National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Region IX!

May this special day bring you good health, happiness, and continued success as you faithfully serve our senior citizens and contribute to the mission of NCSC Region IX.

Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to public service are truly valued and appreciated.

May you be blessed with more meaningful years, new achievements, and countless reasons to celebrate.

Happy Birthday, Sir Adnan!
Wishing you a wonderful celebration and a prosperous year ahead!

Greetings from your NCSC Region IX family!

26/09/2026

Makikipagtulungan ang Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center sa National Commission of Senior Citizens upang palawigin sa mga senior citizen ang proteksyon laban sa online scams at iba pang cybercrimes. | via TV Patrol

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25/09/2026

COA PERFORMANCE AUDIT VISIT AT NCSC REGION IX

The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Region IX, headed by Dir. Fernando D. Sumondong, PhD, CESE, welcomed the Commission on Audit (COA) Central Office team for the conduct of a Performance Audit at the NCSC Region IX Office.

The COA Performance Audit Team was headed by Imelda G. Celso, State Auditor V and Team Supervisor, assisted by State Auditor III, together with Marlon D. Mangoba, State Auditor II, and Maria Isabela G. Navarro, PEO I.

Dir. Sumondong was assisted by Adnan E. Ahmad, Acting Division Chief of the Operations Division, during the engagement.

The audit visit provided an avenue for meaningful discussion and assessment of the Commission’s programs, operations, and service delivery, further promoting accountability, transparency, efficiency, and continuous improvement in public service.

NCSC Region IX expresses its appreciation to the COA Central Office for the valuable engagement and continued efforts in strengthening accountability and effective government service for senior citizens.

NCSC Region IX — Committed to Responsive, Transparent, and Accountable Public Service.

25/09/2026

25/09/2026

CULMINATION PROGRAM | INTERNSHIP COMPLETION 🎓

The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Regional Office IX successfully concluded the Internship Culmination Program for our dedicated student interns from SCC and PCC.

Over the course of their internship, our student interns demonstrated commitment, professionalism, and willingness to learn while contributing to the programs and services of NCSC Region IX.

👏 SCC – 300 Hours
• John Lawrence R. Pepito
• Resamie P. Agcol
• Bea Erica D. Tenebro
• Rizel Mae C. Caupit

👏 PCC – 400 Hours
• Diana Rose S. Bulay
• Jhessa Jean P. Subsuban
• Lealyn S. Erana
• Sieky B. Padilla

Your internship may have come to an end, but the knowledge, experiences, friendships, and lessons gained through public service will continue to be part of your journey.

The NCSC Region IX family is grateful for your valuable time, dedication, and contribution. May you carry with you the spirit of service, compassion, and commitment to our senior citizens. 💙💛

Congratulations, Interns! 🎓👏

24/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ATTY. MA. MERCEDES N. GUTIERREZ!

The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Region IX extends its warmest and most heartfelt birthday greetings to our esteemed CEO and Chairperson, Atty. Ma. Mercedes N. Gutierrez!

May this special day bring you good health, happiness, wisdom, and continued success as you lead the NCSC in advancing the welfare, dignity, and rights of our senior citizens.

Your dedicated leadership, commitment, and service continue to inspire us in fulfilling our mission to serve our elderly Filipino community with compassion and excellence.

May you be blessed with many more meaningful and fruitful years ahead!

Happy Birthday, Chairperson Atty. Ma. Mercedes N. Gutierrez!
Warmest greetings from your NCSC Region IX family!