Here's what you need to know about DSWD's Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP).

What is AKAP?

The Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) is a government initiative aimed at assisting those in our communities who are struggling against the rising prices of goods, ensuring they can meet their basic needs through Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). AKAP is specifically designed for minimum wage earners who are significantly affected by increasing inflation.

Who are the Beneficiaries of AKAP?

AKAP aims to provide various types of assistance to minimum wage earners. It is intended for citizens who do not have access to regular assistance because they are not considered among the poorest population. Citizens already receiving regular assistance from DSWD, such as 4Ps household beneficiaries and Indigent Senior Citizens, are not eligible for AKAP.

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What Assistance is Available Under AKAP?

AKAP offers several forms of assistance, including:

Medical assistance
Funeral assistance
Food assistance
Cash relief

Medical Assistance

Medical assistance is provided as cash or a guarantee letter (GL) for the following medical needs:

Hospitalization expenses and/or professional fees (subject to the approval of the concerned medical officer)
Medicines
Medical treatment
Medical procedures
Implants
Postpartum complications

Funeral Assistance

Funeral assistance is provided as cash or a guarantee letter (GL) for expenses related to:

Transporting the deceased to their home or hometown
Interment
Cremation
Burial site

Cash Relief

Cash relief is financial assistance to help meet essential needs significantly affected by inflation, such as electricity and water bills or rent.

Food Assistance

Food assistance is financial help to ensure the beneficiary can meet their nutritional needs and other dietary requirements.

What are the Documentary Requirements to Qualify for AKAP?

If you are an employee, you will need a government ID and at least one of the following documents to prove you are a minimum wage earner:

Certificate of Employment (COE) with compensation and full name and signature of the issuing officer
Income Tax Return (ITR) BIR Form 2316/Audited Financial Statement with the full name and signature of the issuing officer
Certificate of Tax Exemption
Certification from Employer certified by the Local Social Welfare and Development Office (LSWDO)

If you are a sari-sari store owner, you will need a government ID and a Small Business Certification from the barangay. All documents must be issued within the last three months.

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What are the Documentary Requirements for Cash Relief Assistance?

For cash relief assistance, the following documents are required:

Valid ID
Document proving that the beneficiary is a minimum wage earner
Document proving that the beneficiary is affected by inflation, such as unemployment, layoff, displacement from work, or insufficient salary to meet basic needs
All documents must be issued within the last three months.

By providing this essential support, AKAP aims to alleviate the burden on minimum wage earners, ensuring they have the means to sustain themselves and their families despite the economic challenges posed by inflation.

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