ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The researchers would like to express their profound gratitude to the following people for their invaluable contribution that helped in the completion of this study: Mrs. Ma. Cristina J. Estioco, RN, MAN, Dean of the College of Nursing for the important recommendations and constructive evaluation that gave this study focus and direction; Mrs. Divina May Campos, thesis adviser, for the genuine support, time, effort, and all the vital suggestions that completely guided the researchers throughout the study; Members of the Panel, for their suggestions in the improvement of this paper; Dean Elenita Tiamzon, Dean of College of Arts and Sciences, thesis professor, for her expert, sincere and valuable guidance and unconditional kind assistance and moral support, especially during the final defense;. Julious C. Secillano, Barangay Captain of Barangay Katipunan, for his kindness, hospitality and guidance in the collection of the survey questionnaires; Our families, for sustaining us with their love and faith, extending their unceasing guidance and support to us in every way, The Lord Almighty, for His Divine Love and Mercy that has kept the researchers in good terms and determination to accomplish their study.

The Authors