Where can qualified solo parents obtain their Solo Parent Identification Card (SPIC)?

Qualified solo parents can obtain their Solo Parent Identification Card (SPIC) from the Social Welfare and Development Officer of the city or municipality where they reside. This process is in place to ensure that the issuance of SPIC is managed locally, allowing the officers to appropriately verify the status of applicants and to provide them with necessary support and services tailored to their needs.

In many jurisdictions, the Social Welfare and Development Office is specifically responsible for handling programs and benefits related to social welfare, including those for solo parents. This ensures that eligible individuals can access essential assistance designed to support them in their roles as solo caretakers.

Other options, such as local healthcare clinics or employer human resources departments, do not have the designated authority or resources to issue the SPIC. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) may have relevant programs but is not typically the responsible entity for issuing this specific identification card for solo parents, hence guiding applicants to the appropriate local welfare office.