More residents of GIDAs (Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas) in Polomolok, South Cotabato will be able to avail of quality healthcare services at the Polomolok East Community Clinic and the Polomolok FTS Center & Animal Bite Clinic with the turnover and inauguration of the renovated health center to the local government unit by SM Foundation recently. The Polomolok East Community Clinic (PECC) serves as the annex facility of the Polomolok Municipal Health Department. The renovation was undertaken in partnership with the local government unit and the Mahintana Foundation, Inc.
based in Polomolok. The Mahintana Foundation was established on August 12, 1977 and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 12, 1977. Its programs benefit communities in Region 12 and other provinces in Mindanao.
It has programs in public health, livelihood and housing as well as environment protection. Through the years, it has established networks and linkages with local and international organizations giving rise to its myriad programs and projects that benefit many residents of GIDAs. Historically, SM Foundation’s programs and projects have benefitted many individuals from GIDAs and members of the IP community such as the Aetas and the T’bolis.
With the renovation, the center has been repainted, consultation rooms were provided with partitions for privacy, the pharmacy was upgraded and provided with needed drugs and medicines; and lighting as well as venti.