Republic Act No. 7876

Date:    July 19, 1994

Source:    Republic of the Philippines, Congress and Senate

Subject:    Senior Citizens Act of the Philippines

The State shall adopt an integrated and comprehensive approach towards health development giving priority to elderly, among others.

Section 4.  Establishment of the Centers. There is hereby established a senior citizens center in every city and municipality of the Philippines, under the direct supervision of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, in collaboration with the local government unit concerned.

Section 10.  Coordination of Government Agencies. The DSWD, in coordination with the Department of Health and other government agencies and local government units, shall assist in the effective implementation of this Act and provide the necessary support services.