02/12/2025
FYI
Question?
May 13th month ba ang mga care givers
Yes, caregivers are entitled to 13th-month pay if they have rendered at least one month of service, as mandated by the Caregivers' Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 11965). This benefit is a right for eligible caregivers, and it is paid not later than December 24 of the year or upon separation from employment. Key details about caregiver 13th-month pay Eligibility: A caregiver who has worked for at least one month during the calendar year is entitled to 13th-month pay.Calculation: The pay is at least one-twelfth (\(1/12\)) of the caregiver's total basic salary earned in a calendar year.Payment timeline: The payment should be made not later than December 24 of every year, or it can be paid upon the caregiver's separation from employment.Other benefits: Caregivers are also entitled to other benefits, including SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-Ibig contributions, and leave credits, under the new law.
