Dr. Mary Jean Loreche is a transformative leader whose vision, integrity, and deep commitment to public service are reshaping the future for Filipino senior citizens. A respected pathologist and former DOH Region 7 spokesperson during the COVID-19 pandemic, she is widely recognized for leading with transparency and decisive action in times of crisis.

Now leading the NCSC, she brings this same clarity and purpose to uplifting the lives of the elderly. Under her leadership, the Senior Citizens Community Care Center was launched—an innovative model that unites local governments, national agencies, academe, and private groups to deliver integrated, compassionate care at the grassroots level. Her Balik Senior program taps the wisdom of retired professionals, giving them platforms to mentor youth and re-engage with their communities.

Dr. Loreche’s integrity is evident in her choice to leave a successful private practice in favor of full-time public service. She leads with transparency, consults widely, and acts with the conviction that senior citizens deserve not only support, but dignity and active roles in society.

With her at the helm, the NCSC is not just serving the elderly—it is empowering them as vital partners in nation-building.