THE Social Security System (SSS) is spreading holiday cheer early this year, announcing the release of P32.19 billion in 13th-month and December pensions for over 3.6 million pensioners. The move aims to provide a pre-Christmas boost for senior citizens, particularly those affected by recent typhoons that ravaged the country.
“We are aware of the hardships faced by our pensioners, especially those who have been impacted by the recent calamities,” said SSS officer-in-charge Voltaire Agas. “This early crediting of their pensions can help address some of their financial needs as they rebuild their lives.”
The SSS distributed the first batch of pensions, amounting to P17.9 billion, to 2.09 million pensioners on November 29. This covered pensioners with dates of contingency within the first to the 15th of the month.
A second batch of P14.3 billion was released on December 4, benefiting 1.52 million pensioners with dates of contingency from the 16th to the last day of the month. Pensioners who received advance 18-month pensions for their initial benefits also received their 13th-month pensions on December 4.
This timely release of pensions is expected to provide much-needed financial support to senior citizens during the holiday season, allowing them to enjoy a more comfortable Christmas and New Year.
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