Wellbeing Cluster PH

09/11/2025

16/10/2025

14/10/2025

11/10/2025

𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝐌𝐇𝐏𝐒𝐒) 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐤𝐞
October 10–11, 2025 | Northern Cebu, Philippines

Over the past two days, a coordinated Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Response was carried out for communities affected by the 6.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu.

The mission was led by the Gestalt Wellness Institute, with CENVISNET, Inc. serving as the Secretariat, in partnership with the Department of Health – Central Visayas (Mental Health Office), Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI), and the Caucus of Development NGO Networks, Inc. (CODE-NGO). Coordination and logistical support were provided by the Office of Civil Defense – VII, Cebu Provincial DRRM Office, and the Cebu City Government, with the solidarity of international partners CARE Philippines, the START Network, and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

📍 The MHPSS responders - around 20–30 volunteers - traveled to Bogo City (100km north of Cebu City) and reached nearby affected communities including Yolada Village (Brgy. Manyo), Brgy. Bancasan, Brgy. Busogon, and Brgy. Victoria.

The response included:
✅ Coordination with local government units
✅ Distribution of food packs, hot meals, potable water, and hygiene kits
✅ Medical check-ups (as needed)
✅ Psychological First Aid (PFA) for affected families
✅ Psychological Debriefing for emergency responders

We express deep gratitude to the Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) members who led the Psychological First Aid and debriefing sessions - offering compassion, presence, and professional care to those most in need.

🤝 This multisectoral effort showed the power of collective care in times of crisis. Together, responders brought hope, healing, and strength to communities rebuilding after the quake.

08/10/2025

02/10/2025

CARE and partner, Central Visayas Network of NGOs are in Bogo City and San Remigio, Cebu conducting a rapid assessment to understand the immediate needs of families affected by the 6.9 magnitude earthquake.

Our initial findings show significant challenges, including damage to infrastructure like the Bogo City Hall, intermittent communication services, and scarce drinking water.

Persistent tremors are forcing many families to sleep out in the open, as they fear their damaged homes could collapse. Residents have reported that aftershocks happen on a regular basis, making them feel unsafe indoors.

"We are deeply concerned, especially for women and girls. We're meeting grandmothers like Gemma, who, after losing her home, is still focused on caring for her grandchildren and her own elderly mother. Our response must prioritize women and girls, ensuring they have the support they need not just to rebuild, but to lead their communities out of this disaster", shares Jerome Lanit, CARE Philippines' Development Portfolio Coordinator.

We are committed to supporting these communities. We will provide updates as we continue our assessment.

01/10/2025

The Wellbeing Cluster PH, an open platform of NGOs, government agencies, LGUs, private sector, academic institutions, and sectoral organizations for mental health and well-being care has convened its members, partners, and volunteers for the activation of the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) response for the affected families and individuals in the northern part of Cebu, particularly in Bogo City, San Remegio, Medellin, Daanbantayan, Tabogon, and in the Bantayan Islands.

For those organizations and individuals who would like to support the logistical needs for our deployment this weekend, especially on mobility such as transportation, food, and water, you may contact Mr. Lenbi R. Laborte through phone/viber - 0919 688 3047.

24/06/2025

04/03/2025

SIGNED na ang IRR (Implementing Rules and Regulations) ng Basic Education Mental Health and Well-being Promotion Act! 🧠❤️‍🩹🧘 Sa batas, magkakaroon ng school-based mental health programs na naglalayong i-promote ang awareness at magbigay ng mga mental health services tulad ng mental health screenings, crisis responses, at referrals.

10/10/2024