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Start at Barangay Tejero for a certificate of indigency/residency and endorsement.

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  • For emergencies, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline immediately.

Programs to contact

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Cebu People's Action Center

Local Government Program

Cebu People s Action Center: addiction treatment, mental health counseling and housing referrals for Cebu City residents; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-756-889-8347
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Women's Resource Center of Visayas, Inc.

Nonprofit

Women s Resource Center of Visayas: women-focused housing support, SNAP/EBT benefits enrollment assistance, and addiction recovery referrals; call for intake.

Open provider page +1-332-261-0171
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Cebu Provincial Government - Cebu People's Action Center

Local Government Program

Cebu Provincial Government - CPAC: provincial shelter placement and recovery programs with counseling and housing navigation for Sitio Silangan residents; ap...

Open provider page +1-756-889-8347

Recommended next steps

  • Start at Barangay Tejero for a certificate of indigency/residency and endorsement.
  • Ask CPAC for one-stop referral for food, medical, transport, housing, and legal aid.
  • If street-homeless, request DSWD Pag-abot assessment for shelter and reintegration help.
  • Bring IDs, barangay certificate, medical papers, prescriptions, and any eviction/fire documents.
  • For urgent illness or injury, go to Cebu City Medical Center emergency services.
  • For women or children facing violence, contact WRCV for legal, counseling, and medical support.
  • For meals, family support, or child-related help, contact Lilia's Place and ask current intake steps.
  • For benefits, ask DSWD VII about AICS, transport aid, food assistance, and crisis assistance.
  • For free legal help, ask the Public Attorney's Office about eligibility and required documents.
  • Keep copies/photos of all papers and record names, dates, and reference numbers for follow-up.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Food Assistance

  • Food Security