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Prosthetics,
(R.A. 9994)
Artificial bone replacements
The state is duty-bound to recognize the rights of
Geriatric diapers, and
senior citizens by providing support though various social
Other essential medical supplies, accessories and
systems.
equipment by or for senior citizens.
Senior citizens are granted several benefits and
c.) Medical and Dental Services in Private Facilities
privileges under RA 7432, as amended by RA 9994 & RA
d.) Professional Fees of Attending Physician/s
10645.
e.) Professional Fees of Licensed Health Workers
HOW TO AVAIL: the senior citizen or his/her authorized
Providing Home Health Care Services
representative shall present
The burden of the discount shall be borne solely by
Senior Citizens Identification Card
the employment agency given the health workers
Passport
very minimal share compared to the agency fee.
Other documents showing age and Filipino
2. Domestic transportation privileges air, land and sea
citizenship
3. Hotels, restaurants, recreational centers, and places
A Senior Citizens Identification Card is issued by
of leisure, and funeral services
the Office of Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA) in the city or
The discount includes consumable items served by
municipality
where
the
senior
citizen
resides.
the establishments for the general public
Documentary requirements vary per municipality, but the
Note: Non-profit, stock golf and country clubs which are
basic qualifications based on RA 9994 are as follows:
not open to the general public, as duly proven by their
Resident Filipino
official Securities and Exchange (SEC) registration
Must be 60 years old or above
papers, are not mandated to give the 20% senior citizens
Senior citizens with dual citizenship residing here discount.
However, should
restaurants
and
food
for at least 6 months
establishments
inside
these
country
clubs
be
BENEFITS & PRIVILEGES
independent concessionaires and food sold are not
20% Discount and Vat Exemption
consumable items under club membership dues, they
1. Medical-related privileges
must grant the 20% senior citizen discount.
a.) Medicine and Drug Purchases
4. Admission fees privilege for places of culture, leisure
Generic or branded medicines and drugs by or for
and amusement
senior citizens
5. Funeral and burial services
Vitamins and mineral supplements
The beneficiary or any person who shall shoulder
b.) Essential Medical Supplies, Accessories and
the funeral and burial expenses of the deceased
Equipment
senior citizen, shall present the death certificate
The purchase of eyeglasses,
Such expenses shall cover the purchase of:
Casket or urn,
Hearing aids,
Embalming,
Dentures,