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Malabon City Launches Mobile Services on Wheels Program for Vulnerable Populations

Strategic Insights

— 2 min read

Malabon City, committed to making vital services more accessible to its residents, launched the Mobile Services on Wheels program, a flagship initiative of Mayor Jeannie Sandoval. The program, implemented by the Malabon Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), brings essential public services directly to the communities, targeting over 1,842 residents and their pets. The services are categorized into the 5 Ls: Linis (Cleaning), Laba (Laundry), Ligo (Shower), Ligtas (Safety), and Lusog (Health). The program partners with national government agencies and private partners to expand its reach.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Mobile Services on Wheels program is a flagship initiative of Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, aimed at extending the reach of essential public services to vulnerable populations in Malabon City.
  • The program caters to the needs of the community by deploying mobile units that provide services such as cleaning, laundry, shower, safety, and health, collectively known as the 5 Ls.
  • The services are free and targeted at more than 1,842 residents and their pets, with a focus on vulnerable populations.
  • Partnerships with national government agencies and private partners have been established to expand the reach of the services.
  • The program includes various mobile units, such as Mobile Power Washer, Mobile Laundry, Mobile Shower, Mobile Charging Station, Mobile Water Tanker, and Mobile Kitchen, among others.
  • The city has deployed a range of services, including Mobile Animal Vaccination, Mobile Clinic, 'Lab for All' Mobile Laboratory, and Dental Health Bus, to provide health services to residents.
  • The program has also partnered with Maynilad, Red Cross-Malabon, the city government, and the Malabon City Police Station, among others, to provide range of services to residents.
  • The Mobile Services on Wheels program will cover 21 barangays in Malabon City, with the goal of making vital services more accessible to residents.

Statistics:

  • More than 1,842 residents and their pets are expected to benefit from the Mobile Services on Wheels program.
  • The program has deployed a range of mobile units, including 7 vehicles and 10 ambulances.
  • The services provided by the program include pressurized water for cleaning, laundry services, shower facilities, charging stations, water purification services, and free hot meals.
  • The program has partnered with 10 private partners and 5 national government agencies to expand its reach.
  • The city has also partnered with Maynilad, Red Cross-Malabon, the city government, and the Malabon City Police Station, among others, to provide range of services to residents.

Sources:

  • Malabon City Government official statement
  • Malabon Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO)

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