Offices. In Region 11 particularly in Davao City, there are institutions such as Sidlakan where VAWC victims can go, and Balay Dangupan in Cabantian for children victims of rape. In Region 11, it was claimed that the Barangays assist by issuing Barangay Protection Orders (BPO). The problem is the victims, especially those belonging to low-income families, would often go back to their spouses due to economic reasons. Because they are worried of how to feed their families, they are forced to go back to their spouses, and the abuse then continues. For other Regions, responses to VAW cases have been insufficient. Several issues on the accessibility of protective services were cited. For Region 4:  Newly elected officials are unaware of the procedures due to lack of information. Capacity building for government officials in handling VAWC cases should be given due attention.  There are no free interpreters that can assist PWDs whenever cases are filed at the PNP or barangay level. It is only the court that provides interpreter. This problem affects the ability of the child/PWD in expressing themselves.  Issues of LGBTs are not addressed appropriately; services are concentrated on VAWC.  Delays in the resolution of the case cause victims to lose interest. Long process of case hearings, postponements of hearing sometimes trigger clients to enter into settlements because of loss of interest on the case. The other concerns raised were:  Lack of sensitivity of the police and others personnel handling the cases; treating the case as a mockery; Lack of qualified and trained personnel to handle the case. (CAR, Regions 5 and 6).  Financial constraints, lack of financial support for the victims during the pendency of the case – e.g. for transportation, food. (Regions 9 and 11) 55