Living along with her grandchildren, social pensioner Lydia Ponteras, 85, of Passi City is very thankful for the opportunity that she was chosen to be one of the participants in the ‘Feeding Program for Elderly’ conducted in Passi City today.

Lydia said the pension she has been receiving every quarter is a big help especially in buying her medicines, food and other basic needs.

“Daku gid nga pasalamat sa aton gobyerno kag sa DSWD nga nadumduman kami nga mga senior citizens (I am very thankful to our government and DSWD for giving attention to senior citizens),” she said.

Healthy lifestyle such as eating vegetables and walking everyday are among her top secrets why she still maintaining a healthy body and good memory despite of her age.

During the program, Lydia is enjoying eating her favorite ‘spaghetti’ served to them while watching the solo competition. Most of all, she is fond of sharing her sweet smile before the camera.#DSWDMayMalasakit.//MGC