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The assistance program was launched following the June 8 disaster, which impacted General Santos City and neighboring areas, with support being made immediately available through operational chapels in General Santos, Koronadal, Davao, Digos, Malita, Calinan, and Toril.
Why it matters
Funeral expenses can place a significant financial strain on families already coping with the loss of loved ones and the broader effects of a natural disaster. By covering funeral and deathcare costs, the initiative seeks to provide immediate relief and allow affected families to focus on recovery and mourning.
The free services are being extended specifically to families who lost relatives during the earthquake, with organizers emphasizing the need for compassion and community support during the crisis.
What they’re saying
“St. Peter Life Plan and Chapels stand in solidarity with our Kababayans in Mindanao. We remain committed to serving the community not only through our funeral and deathcare services but also by extending compassion, care, and support to families whose lives have been deeply affected by this tragedy,” the company said in a press statement.
The organization said it is also coordinating with government agencies and local authorities to help ensure assistance reaches affected communities as quickly as possible.
The bigger picture
The initiative follows similar relief and memorial efforts carried out during previous disasters, including support extended to communities affected by the Cebu earthquake. The latest response reflects a continuing effort to provide assistance during periods of grief, loss, and recovery.
Families seeking assistance may contact or visit participating chapels across Mindanao for immediate support as recovery operations continue in the aftermath of the earthquake. —Vanessa Hidalgo|Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
