Annex 5 Focus Group Discussions with Persons with Disabilities in Batangas, Iloilo and Davao FGD BATANGAS Person with Disability Group Deaf, Hard of Hearing Psychosocial Illness Issues Recommendations -insufficient health center in our areas -insufficient information on government programs for deaf -Some social workers are not able to recognize deaf persons -insufficient medicine for specific sickness (ex. Depression) -No specific health worker catering to our needs (ex. Psychologist, counselor) -sufficient information should be available about health centers in our areas -additional medical professionals to be able to cope with our needs - give enough opportunities for deaf persons to work in government agencies or private companies -program or project to give financial support and alternative jobs according to injuries -sufficient pensions for our daily needs -financial assistance or scholarship programs for families with deaf children -information about proper breastfeeding, immunizations, and maternity leave benefits -tax exemption (income) for persons with disabilities -accessibility stickers/signages in public places -a sign language interpreter in establishments and government offices -Persons with Disabilities should be automatic members for 4Ps program -the law should be expanded to private companies as well. There should be information campaigns to raise awareness for the persons with disability community, and there should be free pre-employment -issues on implementation of allowance of work for Persons with Disabilities in government agencies (1% allocation) 69