15/09/2026
September 14, 2026
Our Third Quarter Community Service Program at the Missionaries of CharityโHome of Joy in Barangay Banago, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines, was blessed to be graced by the presence of four Missionary Sisters: Sr. Mariam Tar, Sr. Jyothika, Sr. Verna Claire, and Sr. Marialena, as some of the sisters are on retreat.
We also have a wonderful guest from Manila, a good friend, Dr. Christine Gelone Gomez, Past President of PAFJOโTMJ Orofacial Pain and Airway, for our MOU. Thank you, Dr. Gomez, for honoring us with your presence and supporting this meaningful event. She really went the extra mile to be with us today.
This program was also made possible by the support of our Hotel and Management Head, Dr. Tricia Ann Tipon, and our co-chair, Dr. John Rolland Valladarez, who spoke about management, processing, and handling of food for all community workers. We also had a lecture presented by dental staff Crissandra, Leanne, and Myra, with assistance from Daryl Ann, Dhana, and Jerry.
As CHMSUans, I, together with Dr. Jed Ariel Legislador, Dentist - Fortune Towne Campus, Dr. Juville Ann Mansader, Dentist - Alijis Campus, and Dr. Tanya Julyn Paez, Dentist- Binalbagan Campus. Together with our nurses and assistants, Ms. Geraldine Edaรฑo, Sir Stephen Cabardo, Sir Pre Canieso, and Ms. Crisney Golipapa provided medical and dental treatment.
We are now in the second year of our three-year community service project entitled โAging Gracefully: URUSAโwhich means UR Unique, Special, and Appreciated!โ
As we continue this journey,
Under Philippine law, a senior citizen is defined as a person aged 60 or older.
However, geriatric care is determined not only by age but also by a personโs overall health, level of frailty, independence, and specific medical needs. That is why our care is thoughtfully designed to meet the individual needs of all our beloved beneficiaries.
Together, let us continue moving forward on our journey toward good oral health, better overall health, and aging with dignity and grace.
Thank you very much,
And may God bless us all!