SEC. 9. Functions. - The Provincial/ City Social Welfare Office shall: (1) Implement in the provincial/ city regular and special programs/projects of the Department in accordance with regional plans; (2) Ensure the implementation of laws, policies, programs, rules, and regulations regarding social welfare and development within the province; (3) Establish effective coordination with other departments, agencies, institutions and organizations, especially local government units within the province; and (4) Conduct continuing studies and planning to improve its services to its constituents. SEC. 10. Welfare Facilities. - The Provincial Officers are hereby authorized to establish, operate, and maintain the following, whenever necessary and subject to the approval of the Regional Secretary: (1) Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Learning Centers for Handicapped; (2) Senior Citizens Center; (3) Centers for Street Children; (4) Women Training Center / Crisis Intervention Unit/ Facilities; (5) Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) Facilities; (6) Rehabilitation Center for Youth; (7) Reception and Study Center for Children; and (8) Such other facilities as may be necessary to assist the socially disadvantaged. Chapter 5 Municipal Social Welfare Offices SEC. 11. Municipal Social Welfare Offices. - The Department shall operate and maintain Municipal Social Welfare Office headed by a Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer. The Municipal Social Welfare Office shall primarily be responsible for the efficient and effective implementation of the Department‟s programs in the municipality under the supervision of the Provincial Director. Chapter 6 Fund Drives SEC. 12. Solicitation. - Any person, corporation, organization, or association desiring to receive contribution for charitable or public welfare purposes shall first secure a permit from the Regional Office of the Department. Upon the filing of a written application for a permit in the form prescribed by the Department, the Regional Secretary or his/her duly authorized 149