Adopting the "Assist WELL" Program

July 21, 2014DOLE DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 139-14In the interest of the service and as a component of the National Reintegration Program for OFWs specifically targeted to ensure the successful reintegration of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) repatriated from crisis/emergency situations, pursuant to relevant alert level systems by the national government, the "Assist WELL" Program is hereby adopted for implementation by concerned agencies/offices of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). The "Assist WELL" Program is a package of reintegration assistance/services to address the Welfare, Employment, Legal and Livelihood needs of repatriated workers.I. Welfare AssistanceWelfare assistance shall cover the following:A. Airport assistance — facilitating airport procedures and formalities from the tube to airport exit. This also includes dissemination of information and materials on the "Assist WELL" Program.B. Temporary shelter/accommodation — provision of free food and accommodation at the OWWA Hostel while awaiting onward travel to home provinces.C. Transport assistance to residence — provision of transportation services for those residing in Metro Manila or boat/bus fare for those residing in the provinces. AECacSD. Emergency medical assistance — provision...