Tokyo Metropolitan Medical and Welfare Center for the Physically and Mentally Challenged
About
The Comprehensive Medical Therapy and Education Center for Children with Physical and Mental Disabilities is a medical facility located in Komone, Itabashi City, Tokyo, providing comprehensive therapy and education for children with physical and mental disabilities. The center features orthopedic surgery as one of its clinical departments, supporting children who need assistance with childcare and growth through medical care, rehabilitation, and community services to help them live in the local community. The center's characteristic is its emphasis on therapy as a guiding principle, not only addressing disabilities but also enabling children with disabilities to lead rich, fulfilling lives. The facility is barrier-free and includes parking. Additionally, regular training workshops on therapy are held for staff at therapy facilities, public health centers, schools, and other institutions, and recruitment is also conducted for nurses and part-time nurses. In fiscal year 2023, the center became an implementing agency for the Support Project for Prosthetic and Orthotic Fitting Training, including "Communication Devices for Persons with Severe Disabilities," further deepening its expertise in medical care for children with disabilities.
