DEPARTMENT of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac promised to provide assistance to the family of Mary Jane Veloso, including scholarships and training for her son and other relatives.

Cacdac made the promise during a visit to the home of Nanay Celia, Veloso’s mother, in General Natividad, Nueva Ecija.

Cacdac and his team were warmly received by Nanay Celia and Tatay Cesar Veloso, who expressed deep gratitude upon learning the good news that their daughter, Mary Jane, would be coming home soon.

The couple was immensely thankful to President Marcos for the positive development and to Cacdac for personally visiting them to ensure the welfare of Mary Jane’s family and the future of her children.

“We are here to provide all the welfare assistance that the government can offer to Mary Jane’s family,” Cacdac said.

During his visit, he promised to provide psychosocial counseling for Mary Jane’s eldest son, Daniel, as well as skills training through the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, along with allowances to help him focus on his studies. DMW also distributed TESDA training vouchers to the Veloso family.

Additionally, the DMW provided financial assistance and a grocery pack.

The official emphasized that the DMW would continue working closely with the Veloso family, ensuring they have access to government programs such as medical assistance and other support programs that can improve their welfare and future prospects.

Dr. Emanuel San Juan, Municipal Administrator of General Natividad in Nueva Ecija, represented Mayor Anita Arocena during the visit. He reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the Veloso family through employment assistance and skills training from TESDA.

In addition to the welfare support provided to the family, Cacdac was able to speak with Veloso’s sister, who is working in Riyadh. She shared concerns about her employer and her desire to return home.

Cacdac advised her to remain calm and wait for the visit of MWO officers, who would arrange for her safe repatriation.

“Hopefully, we can bring her home before Christmas,” Cacdac assured Nanay Celia and the family.

Cacdac also promised to refer the medical concerns of her grandchildren to the Department of Health.

“This visit is a testament to our ongoing commitment to the welfare of our overseas workers and their families. We will not leave them behind, and we will continue to extend support to Nanay Celia and her family, especially in helping them secure a better future for her grandchildren,” Cacdac said.