By Wilnard Bacelonia
In light of a heatwave alert, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) advised pensioners on Monday to opt for online services for their comfort and security.
PAGASA has recently issued a warning about record-breaking temperatures hitting 46 degrees Celsius in 24 areas nationwide.
According to a press release, GSIS pensioners are urged to utilize digital platforms, such as the GSIS Touch Mobile App, which now features facial recognition technology, to conveniently complete tasks like renewing active status or the Annual Pensioners Information Revalidation (APIR).
This app allows pensioners to fulfill requirements from the comfort of their homes.
“Our pensioners are among the most vulnerable during these extreme weather conditions. By enhancing access to our online services, we ensure they can fulfill their requirements without compromising their health,” president and general manager Wick Veloso said.
Pensioners can also opt for an online interview scheduled through designated GSIS email addresses.
The state pension fund said recently it has also set aside nearly PHP2.5 billion for emergency loans that could help members and pensioners affected by El Niño in Occidental, as well as the pertussis outbreak in the province of Cavite. (PNA)
