Isuzu and PCMC partner to build a shelter for sick kids' families.

Isuzu and Phil. Children’s Hospital Partner to Build Shelter, Bahay Alalay, for Families of sick Children while undergoing Treatment

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) and the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) have partnered to build a new shelter for families of sick children. The shelter, called Bahay Alalay, will provide a safe and comfortable place for families to stay while their children are undergoing treatment at PCMC.

The Bahay Alalay will have a reception area, cafeteria, playroom, and sleeping quarters for both men and women. IPC will also be providing Php 1 million worth of equipment and furniture to the shelter, making it more comfortable and safe for its occupants.

PR Photos 1 — *(From left) PCMC Deputy Executive Director Dr. Cecilia Gan, MD; PCMC Executive Director Dr. Sonia Gonzales, MD; IPC President Tetsuya Fujita; IPC Asst. VP for Administration Imelda Bernas*

“Every day, PCMC receives hundreds of children from all over the country,” said IPC President Tetsuya Fujita. “Providing a proper shelter for these families is a much-needed facility in the hospital. We are proud to partner with PCMC on this project and we hope that it will make a difference in the lives of these families.”

PR Photos 2 — *IPC and PCMC Executives during the groundbreaking ceremony*

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Bahay Alalay was held on August 7 at the PCMC compound in Quezon City. Dr. Sonia Gonzales, Executive Director of PCMC, said that the shelter is “a dream come true” for the hospital.

PR Photos 3 — *Architect’s perspective of PCMC’s Bahay Alalay Building*

“We are very thankful to Isuzu Philippines for partnering with us on this project,” said Dr. Gonzales. “The support will definitely have a big impact in providing a more decent facility for the parents and watchers of our patients.”

The Bahay Alalay is expected to be completed by the end of the year. It will be open to families of all income levels, regardless of their religious affiliation or nationality.