FRONTROW CARES SUPPORTING THE FRONTLINERS BIGTIME

Frontrow Cares.   The CSR arm of Frontrow Enterprise headed by Direk RS Francisco and Sam Versoza, as to date is touring all around the Philippines not for their Gems Concerts or talks but for giving out donations with more than Php 45,000,000.00 in support to frontliners to fight the Coronavirus Pandemic.  To record as the biggest celebrity donation as of now and we salute their good deeds.

“We are giving our donations, rice, Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs), canned goods, noodles and any that we can contribute, not just for our hospital fronliners but also to our brothers and sisters in depressed areas all around the Philippines,” said Sam Versoza Company’s Chief Executive Officer.

In their official Facebook and Personal pages, both owners are encouraging all to do the same, to help out, because for them giving to others in a simple way can help those in need. These two Good Samaritans also posting all their initiatives for others to emulate that in this trying time, we are all in this together.

Meanwhile, over 40 hospitals all around the Philippines receives PPEs already and some of those provinces benefited are Benguet, Iloilo, Batangas, Laguna, National Captial Region (NCR), Cagayan De Oro CDO), Bukidnon and Isabela.

To note, RS Francisco and Sam Versoza receives prestigious awards recently under American Association of the Philippines with Philantropy Awards.  One of the awards they received also under Asia Leaders Awards 2019, among others.

Frontrow is a dynamic and rapidly expanding direct selling company in the health, beauty, and wellness industry in the Philippines today.  It is a 100 percent  Filipino owned corporation spearheaded by two of the most-promising new-breeds of entrepreneurs, Raymond "RS" Francisco and Samuel Versoza.

AREAS IN THE PHILIPPINES TO BE IMPLEMENTED UNDER ECQ ON MAY 1-15

SM SUPERMALLS OFFERS ESSENTIAL SERVICES IN LAGUNA DURING THE ECQ

  SM cares for you and your essential needs. Know which stores in Laguna are open today until further notice:
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        We also make food delivery easy for you!  See the list below of SM Laguna Community Riders ready to serve you today!  

For SM Store Nationwide Call to Deliver. Just Click the link below:

http://smsupermalls.info/SMStoreDelivery

SM MALLS Store Hours:

SM CITY SANTA ROSA
SM Supermarket (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bills Payment Services (Inside Supermarket)	Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Forex/Western Union(Inside SM Supermarket)	Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Watsons (2nd Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
BDO (Ground Level)	Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Chinabank (Ground Level)	Monday and Friday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Alfamart (The Core Building)	Monday to Sunday 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Greenwich (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Max’s Restaurant (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Auntie Anne’s (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Krispy Kreme (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Bibingkinitan(Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Gong Cha(Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders

SM CITY CALAMBA
SM Supermarket (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bills Payment(Inside SM Supermarket)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm *Cash Transactions only
Forex/Western Union(Inside SM Supermarket)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
BDO (Ground Level)	Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Auntie Anne’s (Ground Level)	Monday to Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Greenwich (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Famous Belgian Waffles (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Goldilocks (Inside SM Supermarket)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Krispy Kreme (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
Zagu (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
McDonalds (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders
KFC (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery (049) 530-8888 or 0917 837 7958 Also via Delivery Riders

SM CITY SAN PABLO
SM Supermarket (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Chinabank (Ground Level)	Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Bills Payment (Servicio) (Second Level)	Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm *Cash transactions only
Watsons (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Greenwich (Ground Level)	Monday to Sunday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Take-out and Delivery via Delivery Riders

SM HOME SHARES GOOD HEALTH HABITS FOR A HEALTHY LiFESTYLE

       With most of us homebound these days, it's the best time to start good health habits by preparing nutritious meals for the family, and creating a wellness based lifestyle whose benefits we will enjoy beyond the quarantine. 

       It's also the best time to rediscover the simple joys life and of doing things together. 

       SM Home, the one-stop shop for all of your home essentials, shares with us some healthy home-works from UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization in maintaining a healthy lifestyle:

1.    Prepare a Weekly Meal Plan and make a shopping list of items you need before you go to the store for your routine shopping. Create the list from the meal plan and include back up ingredients on your list in case your first choice is out of stock. Limit the list on buying the essentials.

2.      Stock up on nutrition-packed food such as whole grains, breads, and fresh fruits and vegetables; and staples like sauces, milk, eggs, spices and condiments. Fresh products should be consumed first. Frozen fruits and vegetables as well as canned vegetables and fruits are good alternatives as these have a longer shelf life.

3.      Build up a stock of healthy snacks for your children - yogurt, nuts, cheese, chopped or dried fruits, boiled eggs and more. Stock them up in a stackable glass container to seal freshness and label them.

4.        Continue to practice Food Hygiene and Safety. Wash fruits and vegetables under running water and dry it with vegetable spinner; use separate chopping boards for meat and seafood as you prepare the meal; and don’t forget to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for 20 seconds before and after preparing your meal.

5.   Drink water regularly and stay hydrated by drinking 6-8 glasses a day to boost your immune system.

6.       Make cooking and eating together as a family habit. Kids can help wash and sort the ingredients and set the table before the meal. This creates a healthy routine and fun bonding with the whole family. Also practice mindful eating and stay away from processed food.

   Enjoy healthy home-works and memorable meals together with home essentials from SM Home. 

 These are available at the smhome.com.ph and shoppers can now place their order online through the thesmtore.com and ShopSM app. 

        For more info and updates, follow them at SM Home at the SM Store in Instagram or visit thesmstore.com website.

1. Wash and dry vegetables thoroughly with this Gondol Vega Salad Spinner.

2.    Prepare hearty meals with this bake dish known for its oven to table convenience.

3. Make your kitchen workspace clutter-free and maximize the area by putting commonly-used utensils within your reach.

4.       Stay home and create a new dining experience in the living room with your favourite family dish.

5.  Juice up to boost your immune system with this handy Oster Mason Jar Blender. Available at thesmstore.com and ShopSM app.

Rules for GCQ areas in the Philippines after May 15

181 New Cases of COVID -19 recorded in the Philippines bringing the total to 7,958

As of 4PM today, April 28, 2020, the Department of Health reports 181 new cases (PH777-7958) of COVID-19.  The total number of cases in the country is now 7,958. DOH also announces 43 new recoveries.  This brings the total number of recoveries to 975.

DSWD Urges Public to Report Corruption in SAP Distribution

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has urged the public to report corruption in the distribution of funds of the Social Amelioration Program (SAP).

DSWD Undersecretary Camilo Gudmalin said that anomalies may be reported through the agency’s hotline number 6545. He ensured that they will immediately respond to the complaints.

The DSWD also asked the Local Government Units (LGUs) to give a list of families who are not covered by the SAP but must be given financial aid under the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act. – PTV News

Updates on COVID-19 in CALABARZON Region

The Department of Health Center for Health Development Region 4A reports 22 new cases of COVID-19 in CALABARZON, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the region to 870.

In its official bulletin as of 3pm today, the DOH CHD 4A also reported 9 new patients who recovered from COVID-19. The total number of recoveries in the region is now at 176.

Meanwhile, COVID-19 death toll in the CALABARZON region remain at 106.

Source: Philippine Information Agency-Laguna

PDIC to Extend Payment Relief Assistance for Borrowers of Rural Bank of Tibiao

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) announced that borrowers of the closed Rural Bank of Tibiao (Antique), Inc. whose loans are on current status are covered by the payment relief measure being implemented by the Corporation as Receiver of the closed bank. 

The payment relief supports the Bayanihan to Heal as One Nation Act and government efforts to extend assistance through measures and programs to individuals and parties adversely affected by the slowdown in economic activities during the enhanced community quarantine period. It shall commence on March 15, 2020 and shall be effective for the entire duration of the quarantine period as determined by the President of the Philippines. It is also automatically adopted and there is no need for the concerned borrowers to apply to be able to avail of the payment relief. 

Under the relief measure, borrowers who have scheduled payments, including down-payments, are not obligated to settle their accounts during this period. Borrowers who have loans with monthly amortizations are given a one-month extension in the term of their loan. They can thus settle their payments due, without penalty charges, one month from the lifting of the quarantine period. All subsequent amortization schedules will also be adjusted by a month. Borrowers who have loans under quarterly, semestral, and annual amortizations or lump-sum payments, have a one-month grace period, reckoned from the lifting of the quarantine, to settle their accounts without penalty charges. 

As for loans which are not on current status or are past due, borrowers may contact the PDIC for their Statements of Account or other concerns after the quarantine is lifted or when the PDIC has resumed normal operations. 

Prior to the quarantine, the PDIC advised borrowers of the closed Rural Bank of Tibiao that they may pay their loans at any Philippine National Bank (PNB) branch, postal money order (PMO) or check; or at the PDIC Public Assistance Center in Makati City. The PDIC advised that these modes of payment shall continue when the quarantine is lifted. 

For more information, borrowers may visit PDIC’s website at www.pdic.gov.ph. Borrowers may also send an e-mail to the PDIC Public Assistance Department at pad@pdic.gov.ph or send a private message to PDIC’s official Facebook account, www.facebook.com/OfficialPDIC. * * * * * 

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) was established on June 22, 1963 by Republic Act 3591 to provide depositor protection and help maintain stability in the financial system by providing deposit insurance. Effective June 1, 2009, the maximum deposit insurance coverage is PhP500,000 per depositor. All deposit accounts by a depositor in a closed bank maintained in the same right and capacity shall be added together. A joint account shall be insured separately from any individually-owned deposit account. 

PDIC news/press releases and other information are available at the website, www.pdic.gov.ph. Corporate Communications Dept. Tel: (02) 8841-4636 to 39 Trunkline: (02) 8841-4000 Website: www.pdic.gov.ph Email: ccd@pdic.gov.ph Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialPDIC Twitter: @OfficialPDIC

Zoomanity Group and Tag Media Group calls to support the Plant Plant Plant Program

In solidarity. Zoomanity Group and TAG Media Group will make their five (5 theme parks (Zoobic Safari in Subic , Paradizoo in Cavite , The Residence Inn Tagaytay, Zoocobia in Clark Pampanga and Zoocolate Thrills in Bohol) with more Plant Plant Plant projects. They are also going to provide seedlings so that everyone can do their part even those at home.

Robert Laurel Yupangco, CEO of Zoomanity Group, said “We are in support of the Department of Agriculture's call for the “PLANT, PLANT, PLANT Program” that aims to promote urban agriculture. Secretary William Dar calls on the private sector towards food security through urban agriculture.

According to him for years they collaborated with TESDA and other organizations for their own Power of Three which for every year from January to March they keep on launching annually an awareness program with talks and mentorship about Agriculture, Cattle growing and Farming, it’s importance in the eco system and for everyone to have an idea that we can earn also via farming and we have a state of the art agricultural facilities in our parks.” he added.

 Zoomanity Group has a total of more than 100 hectares area in all the 5 Theme Parks and heeded the call of the Department of Agriculture. The CEO, Robert Laurel Yupangco to his team, instructed everyone to start planting since March to support the supplies because of the Corona Virus pandemic.

To know more and to support, please call 09778978877 or 028 2193503

Frontrow Cares Extended For Frontliners

Frontrow Philippines Co Founder and President, Raymond “RS” Francisco since the start of this health crisis is making sure to share in any ways possible. He advised his team to exert more effort for the Frontliners. Sam Verzosa, Frontrow Philippines Co Founder and Chief Executive Officer is also sourcing and looking for any organizations who are focus on the depressed areas so that they can support especially in Manila and Quezon City.

The first batch of donation under Frontrow Philippines has been sent out that’s composed of 130,000 pcs of surgical face mask for hospitals while other Frontrow leaders are doing their own efforts by sharing the “celebrity luxxe protect,” and sending out 200 Sacks of rice to the City Government of Manila headed by Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso.

Just recently, Frontrow Philippines with its founders received the Best in Corporate Social Responsibility and Philanthropies of the year awards under American Association of the Philippines “George Washington Charity Ball 2020” and Asia Leaders Awards 2019.

In the Philippines, more than 6,000 Corona Virus cases has been announced and donations of medical personal protective equipment is highly encourage from the private sectors to support the government initiatives.

Different Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are also doing their part like Kiwanis Club of Makati under Division 3A, Philippine Luzon District by sending out donations in hospitals and orphanages.

Meanwhile, Calabarzon media practitioners from Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon with the group Confederation of Active Media Practitioner Organization (CAMPO receives groceries that’s composed of rice and canned goods from the company to support them in this trying time as part of the Frontliners in giving quality and valuable information in their area of responsibility.

 For more information, 09778978877 or email to grace@tagmedia.asia

Body Shop Moisturizing Hand Wash Helps to Prevent and Fight Harmful Bacteria and Viruses

Today, as communities around the world struggle with COVID-19, hand washing is consistently mentioned  - even by World Health Organization  guidelines - as one way to keep ourselves not only clean but safe and healthy.

Constantly washing our hands though comes at a price resulting in dry skin. Excessive washing can strip hands of moisture leaving your skin feeling dry and tight.

The good news is that The Body Shop has a range of moisturizing hand wash is the perfect addition to your bathroom and as protection to harmful bacteria. These 100% vegan hand washes lather up instantly and provide extra moisture whilst keeping hands clean and fresh. Here's how you can pamper your hands from The Body Shop.

* Drench your hands with the dewy scent of roses with British Rose Hand Wash that leaves your skin feeling fresh and smelling florally fresh infused with the essence of Community Trade handpicked roses from England and Community Trade organic cane sugar from Paraguay. 

* The conditioning and purifying properties of Tea Tree Hand Wash will help hands wash away bacteria and feel squeaky clean. This refreshing hand wash is enriched with Community Trade tea tree oil from Kenya.  

* Get an uplifting burst every time you wash your hands with Pink Grapefruit Hand Wash. Wake up your senses with its zesty citrus scent that leaves skin cleansed and smelling irresistible enriched with Community Trade sugar from Paraguay.

 For best results, simply follow along with the 10 steps for washing your hands the right way with The Body Shop’s Hand Wash range:

1.       First, wet your hands with warm water.

2.       Apply 1-2 pumps of soap to cover your hands.

3.       Lather up by rubbing the palms of your hands together.

4.       Use the palm of one hand to rub the back of the other and clean in between the fingers. Repeat  
          on the other hand.

5.       Rub your hands together making sure you clean in between your fingers.

6.       Rub the back of your fingers against your palms on both hand.

7.       Don’t forget your thumbs. Rub each one using your other hand.

8.       Rub the tips of your fingers on the palm of your other hand.

9.       Rinse your hands with running water.

10.     Dry your hands completely with a clean towel.

           

Join The Body Shop in lathering up to prevent and fight harmful bacteria and viruses. The Body Shop’s Hand Wash collection is available in all The Body Shop stores. The Body Shop now accepts SM Advantage Card for points earning and redemption, SM and Sodexo premium pass in all The Body Shop stores nationwide.

The Body Shop self-care essentials are now available on Lazada, Shopee under The SM Store as well as ShopSM.

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About The Body Shop

The Body Shop was founded in 1976 by Dame Anita Roddick in Little Hampton, England. The beauty brand pioneered corporate activism and was built on a philosophy that business can be a force for good. With its brand expression, Beauty with Heart, the company continues to be focused on five core values: Against Animal Testing, Support Community Fair Trade, Activate Self Esteem, Defend Human Rights and Protect The Planet.

All products are created using the finest ingredients sourced from the four corners of the globe, which are not tested on animals and are 100% vegetarian. The Body Shop has been in the Philippine market for eighteen years with over 55 strategically located stores nationwide.

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1 - It is recommended to wash your hands for 20 seconds to effectively reduce the build-up of bacteria on your hands.

2 -  Cleanse  and pamper your hands with The Body Shop’s moisturizing Hand Wash collection