Turkey's Inclusive Living Centers Boost Therapy and Oral Health Programs

Kocaeli's Gonca Engelsiz Yaşam Merkezi provides individualized therapy for children with special needs. Five‑year‑old Asaf Azer, diagnosed with Dandy‑Walker syndrome and hydrocephalus, received seven months of physiotherapy, visual‑motor training and coordinated home exercises, leading to noticeable gains in balance, coordination, posture control and daily‑living skills. His mother said, "Buradaki hocalarımızdan Allah razı olsun. Fizik tedavi Asaf'a çok iyi geldi. Görme anlamında da sorunlarımız vardı. Hocamızın desteğiyle bu konuda da önemli yol kat ettik."

In Düzce, the Provincial Health Directorate held an oral‑health awareness session at the Engelsiz Yaşam Bakım Rehabilitasyon ve Aile Danışma Merkezi. Participants were taught correct tooth‑brushing techniques, screened for dental issues, and directed to further care as needed. Officials said similar training and screening activities will continue regularly.