Muntinlupa launches free medicine delivery for bedridden, elderly residents
Muntinlupa City is set to roll out a free delivery service aimed at bringing maintenance medications directly to the homes of senior citizens aged 80 and above, as well as bedridden residents aged 60 and older.
Mayor Ruffy Biazon said RIDE Med or Responsive Integrated Delivery of Essential Medicines is designed to ease the burden on senior citizens and their families, especially those who struggle with mobility. It seeks to eliminate the barriers that prevent many seniors from getting the treatment they need.
“Hindi natin pwedeng hayaan na ang ating mga lolo at lola, lalo na yung mga hindi na makalakad, ay mapag-iwanan. Serbisyo na ang lalapit sa kanila. Sa RIDE Med, ihahatid na natin ang gamot diretso sa bahay ng senior citizen,” Biazon said.
Under the program, eligible seniors will receive monthly deliveries of prescribed maintenance medicines, including Losartan, Amlodipine, Metformin, and Atorvastatin. These medicines address common conditions among the elderly such as hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
Deliveries will be carried out by assigned RIDE Med riders, accompanied by a Barangay Health Worker to ensure proper coordination and follow-up.
To qualify, the senior must be a resident of Muntinlupa City. Registration can be done by the senior’s caregiver or relative at their respective barangay health center. Home registration is also available by calling the program’s dedicated hotlines.
Mayor Biazon clarified that other senior citizens, even if not bedridden or over 80 years old, may still receive the same free maintenance medicines by registering with the existing “Love ko si Lolo, Love ko si Lola” Program, and claiming their medicines at the local health centers.
The city government said RIDE Med represents a new level of care for senior citizens, providing not just free medicines, but also dignity and peace of mind. It is part of the city’s broader efforts to improve access to healthcare for vulnerable sectors.
“This is healthcare reaching those who need it most, where they are,” Biazon added.
For inquiries and registration assistance, residents may contact 0908-208-1044, 0908-725-4288, or 851-3485.
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