he Linden Hospital Complex (LHC) and the Region Ten Education Department joined hands to organize a sensitization health fair, tailored for parents and caregivers of children living with disabilities.
Held at the Linden Municipal Park, the health fair witnessed close to fifty attendees benefitting from the initiative.
Luanna Boyce, Special Education Needs Officer attached to the Region 10 Education Department, outlined the purpose of the event.
Boyce affirmed that such initiatives will become a regular occurrence, underscoring the importance of availing oneself of the services provided by various healthcare facilities.
She emphasized the significance of early intervention and urged parents and caregivers to seek assistance if they suspect a child may have a disability.
The government has been taking significant steps to ensure individuals with special needs have equal access to essential services.
Recently, Project Inclusion, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy and the Ministry of Education, conducted an Inclusive Education and Learning Disabilities training session for teachers.
This initiative equips educators with knowledge on special education needs, enabling them to better teach and interact with children facing learning disabilities, thereby fostering inclusivity within classrooms.