Question & AnswerQ&A (DSWD Resolution NO. 3-2009, S. OF 2009)
The primary legal basis is Republic Act No. 9257, otherwise known as the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003, along with its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
It covers the purchase of food, drinks (including coffee and other beverages), desserts, and other consumable items served by establishments, including value meals and promotional meals.
It means the food or items must be for the senior citizen's personal consumption only.
No, pegging a maximum amount of food purchase subject to the 20% discount and/or posting a notice to that effect is declared violative of RA 9257.
Yes, the discount applies to these types of orders as long as the purchase is for the exclusive use and enjoyment of the senior citizen and valid ID is presented or ID number provided.
The total bill should be divided according to the number of people to determine the individual consumption for which the 20% discount is applied to the senior citizen's portion.
Yes, refusal to grant the 20% discount on value, budget, and promotional meals is declared a violation.
Yes, refusal to grant the 20% discount for credit card payments is also considered violative under the resolution.
Yes, the senior citizen's ID card number must be provided while making the order over the phone, and the ID card must be presented upon delivery to verify identity.
No, the discount shall not apply to kiddie meals and pre-contracted party packages or bulk orders according to the resolution.