More than 400 residents from three remote barangays on Calaguas Island received vital medical and dental services during the successful implementation of "Isla Bayanihan: Mission of Care and Compassion," a two-day community outreach program organized by JCI Senate Daet and JCI Daet Bulawan in collaboration with Bicol Camarines Norte Bintao Region 1.

The mission brought much-needed assistance to the residents of Barangay Pinagtigasan, Mangcawayan, and Banocboc. The outreach included health and wellness check-ups, free dental care and extractions, as well as the distribution of hygiene and first aid kits.

Due to its remote location, Calaguas Island is difficult to access. Its barangays are separated by sea, requiring boat travel—making access to basic health services a significant challenge for many residents, especially children and the elderly.

"This initiative was a lifeline for our communities," said one barangay official. "Many of our residents can’t afford to travel to clinics or hospitals on the mainland. The free medical and dental services made a big difference."

This year marks the fourth consecutive year that JCI Senate Daet and JCI Daet Bulawan have conducted outreach missions to underserved communities. However, this was the first time the organization partnered with the Fraternal Eagles Club Philippine Eagles, Camarines Norte, marking a significant expansion of their efforts.

Leading the mission were JCI Senate/JCI Daet Bulawan Vice President Joan Mendones, Bintao Region 1 Kuya Governor Romel Pajarin, Former Kuya Vice Governor and Mandaragit Eagles Club President Franco Echano, along with members from Eagles Clubs including Bigkis Lahi, Sanlahi, Lamdans, Bantayog, and Mandaragit.

Organizers expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and pledged to continue reaching far-flung communities with healthcare and compassion. The event exemplified the spirit of bayanihan—community unity and cooperation—in action.