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Philippine National Emergency Hotline

This national emergency hotline connects you to police, fire, and medical emergency services nationwide, 24/7.

911

Philippine Red Cross

For urgent concerns and immediate assistance, including ambulance service for medical emergencies.

143 or (02) 527-0000

communication@redcross.org.ph

Lifeline Ambulance Services

Provides medical transportation and healthcare assistance. They have efficient ambulance services, 24/7.

16-911 or (02) 8839-2525

customercare@lifeline.com.ph

Department of Health (DOH)

The government health agency implements national health programs, provides access to insurance, and advocates for relevant legislation.

(+63) 936-992-5513 or (+63) 920-658-4698

callcenter@doh.gov.ph

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)

For inquiries about their programs and services. (financial assistance, skills training, respite services, social services, etc.).

0917-110-5686 or 0919-911-6200

inquiry@dswd.gov.ph

Coalition of Services of the Elderly, Inc. (COSE)

Provides various services to older persons in the Philippines, implementing community-based programs such as health care, livelihood opportunities, and disaster risk reduction.

+63 02 8374 6416

admin@cose.org.ph

National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC)

They offer financial assistance through programs like the Expanded Centenarians Act, which provides cash gifts to those who reach a certain age.

(02) 8567-5646

contact@ncsc.gov.ph

Kaisahang Buhay Foundation

Provides child and family welfare services, including alternative child care, domestic adoption, foster care, and independent living support for older youth.

(02) 912-1159

kbf@kbf.ph

ChildFund Philippines

Provides a range of services to help children and youth become healthy, educated, skilled, and safe.

[02] 631-1575 to 78

National Children's Hospital

Provides emergency medical care, psychosocial support, and financial assistance, 24/7.

87240650 or 8724-065 loc. 101

mcc@nch.doh.dov.ph

National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotline

For individuals experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis.

1553 or 0917-899-8727

mcc@ncmh.gov.ph

Philippine Mental Health Association, Inc. (PMHA)

Provides mental health services like consultation, counseling, and therapy.

8921-2093 or 0917-565-2036

hello@pmha.org.ph

WiSUPPORT DSWD

Provides online and wireless mental health services to individuals and families affected.

9018-9122-813

wisupport@dswd.gov.ph

In Touch Community Services

Provides mental health services performed by certified specialists with the expertise to effectively support emotional and psychological challenges.

( +63 2) 8893 1893 or (+63) 998 841 0053

wisupport@dswd.gov.ph