The center is meant as a one-stop shop for government medical assistance for indigent Filipinos.

The legislation also authorizes the Philippine National Police to set up of such facilities.

[3] Eligible indigent Filipinos can avail multiple subsidies from various government agencies in Malasakit Centers.

Prior to the establishment of Malasakit Centers, indigents had to fill up multiple documents and go to separate government offices to lessen their medical expenses.

[5] The Malasakit Center processes the availing of subsidies from the following government agencies:[2] As of April 19, 2024, there are 163 Malasakit Centers across the Philippines, with 91 in Luzon, 30 in the Visayas and 42 in Mindanao.