Thursday, 31 October 2019

 Mr TAK (Clarinda) (10:01): Earlier this month I was delighted to attend another open day at the Pilipino Elderly Association South-East Region, or PEASER. Founded in 1993, PEASER is a social group of senior Filipinos living in the south-east region of Melbourne. The association is based at the Sundowner centre in Clarinda and does amazing work to assist elderly Filipinos and their families to integrate into life in Australia.

For decades they have promoted and celebrated Filipino cultural heritage and customs in Victoria. They are also a vital resource for our community members trying to access social services. Member activities include visiting nursing homes and the sick, and holding regular cultural activities, social events and information sessions. There is also a renowned members dance group, which performs cultural dances from different regions of the Philippines at functions and festivals around Melbourne. Senior Filipino citizens are welcome to join and meet like-minded people in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I would like to thank the following members of the committee for their dedication and contributions to the community: Melita Dacumos, Juliet Orquia, Ofelia Manongdo, Aileen Misajon, Dr RoseAnne Misajon, Marie Porter, Emelita Nadong, JoAnne de Castro, Flora Manongdo, and all of PEASER’s wonderful volunteers.