MANILA, Sept. 1 -- The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) has assured the public of its strong commitment to safeguard the welfare of older Filipinos, highlighting the successful implementation of the Expanded Centenarians Act and related programs for indigent seniors.

NCSC Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mary Jean Loreche said the agency has established a system to ensure transparency and accountability in the distribution of benefits, with trained personnel in regional offices, regular monitoring, and liquidation in compliance with the Commission on Audit (COA).

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