{"id":81182,"date":"2022-02-01T09:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T00:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/"},"modified":"2024-08-02T15:06:03","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T06:06:03","slug":"down-syndrome-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Therapy and Life for Children with Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)\u3010Supervised by doctor\u3011"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\nh1, p, p.break-normal{\nword-break: normal;\n}\n#article .post_content p {\nword-break: normal;\ntext-align: justify;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"toc\">\n<ul>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c1\">What is Down Syndrome Therapy?<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c2\">When is the best time to start Down Syndrome Therapy?<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c3\">What is a Down Syndrome Therapy Program?<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c4\">Handbooks related to welfare services<\/a>\n        <ul>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c4-1\">Therapy Handbook<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c4-2\">Physical Disability Handbook<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c5\">Services eligible for therapy subsidies<\/a>\n        <ul>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c5-1\">Medical Expense Assistance System for Infants and Young Children<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c5-2\">Special Child Rearing Allowance<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c5-3\">Welfare Allowance for Disabled Children<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c5-4\">Medical Subsidy System for Pediatric Chronic Diseases<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c6\">Group or individual therapy training<\/a>\n        <ul>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c6-1\">Training at medical institutions such as hospitals<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c6-2\">Home rehabilitation<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c7\">Places where you can consult about therapy<\/a>\n        <ul>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c7-1\">Down Syndrome Association<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c7-2\">Local therapy groups<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <a href=\"#c7-3\">Local parent associations<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n        <a href=\"#c8\">Conclusion<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n  <button class=\"toc_more\">Open Table of Contents<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"width:100%;max-width:300px;margin:0 auto;\"><a href=\"\/nipt\/\" class=\"content-bnr about\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#What_is_Down_Syndrome_Therapy\" >What is Down Syndrome Therapy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_start_Down_Syndrome_Therapy\" >When is the best time to start Down Syndrome Therapy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#What_is_a_Down_Syndrome_Therapy_Program\" >What is a Down Syndrome Therapy Program?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Handbooks_related_to_welfare_services\" >Handbooks related to welfare services<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Therapy_Handbook\" >Therapy Handbook<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Physical_Disability_Handbook\" >Physical Disability Handbook<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Services_eligible_for_therapy_subsidies\" >Services eligible for therapy subsidies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Medical_Expense_Assistance_System_for_Infants_and_Young_Children\" >Medical Expense Assistance System for Infants and Young Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Special_Child_Rearing_Allowance\" >Special Child Rearing Allowance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Welfare_Allowance_for_Disabled_Children\" >Welfare Allowance for Disabled Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Medical_Subsidy_System_for_Pediatric_Chronic_Diseases\" >Medical Subsidy System for Pediatric Chronic Diseases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Group_or_individual_therapy_training\" >Group or individual therapy training<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Training_at_medical_institutions_such_as_hospitals\" >Training at medical institutions such as hospitals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Home_rehabilitation\" >Home rehabilitation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Places_where_you_can_consult_about_therapy\" >Places where you can consult about therapy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Down_Syndrome_Association\" >Down Syndrome Association<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Local_therapy_groups\" >Local therapy groups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Local_parent_associations\" >Local parent associations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Down_Syndrome_Therapy\"><\/span>What is Down Syndrome Therapy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy combines &#8220;treatment&#8221; and &#8220;nurturing\/education.&#8221; It involves medical and educational institutions working together to provide training tailored to each child&#8217;s unique characteristics, helping children with developmental delays, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, to live independently in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_start_Down_Syndrome_Therapy\"><\/span>When is the best time to start Down Syndrome Therapy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many facilities begin accepting children for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> therapy around the age of three. Some facilities are able to start therapy from infancy. The appropriate time to begin therapy varies depending on individual circumstances. Consider your child&#8217;s medical condition and overall health, as well as your family&#8217;s situation, and consult with a doctor to determine the best time to start therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"\/nipt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/11-min.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21386\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Down_Syndrome_Therapy_Program\"><\/span>What is a Down Syndrome Therapy Program?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no nationwide standardized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> therapy program. This is because therapy is fundamentally tailored to fit the unique needs and characteristics of each individual. There are many different styles of treatment and nurturing\/education methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Main therapy programs include Physical Therapy (PT) to help infants develop correct posture and walking skills through activities such as rolling over, sitting up, and crawling. Occupational Therapy (OT) helps children use their bodies effectively in daily activities such as dressing, eating, and drawing. Feeding training ensures safe and enjoyable eating, while Speech Therapy (ST) promotes the development of language and communication skills. Psychological therapy is also used to encourage cognitive development. Additionally, there is a specific exercise program called &#8220;Baby Gymnastics&#8221; designed to promote the physical development of babies with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, many facilities have their own unique <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> programs. For more details, please contact the specific therapy facilities directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <a href=\"\/nipt\/subsidy-congenital-disease\/\" class=\"blog-card\">\n      <div class=\"blog-card-content\">\n          <div class=\"blog-card-title\">\u5148\u5929\u6027\u75be\u60a3\u306e\u5bb6\u65cf\u3078\u306e\u52a9\u6210\u91d1\u3002\u653f\u5e9c\u306e\u5bfe\u5fdc\u3068\u306f\uff1f\u3010\u533b\u5e2b\u76e3\u4fee\u3011 <\/div>\n          <div class=\"blog-card-excerpt\">\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3093\u306f\u3001\u96e3\u75c5\u3084\u6162\u6027\u75be\u60a3\u306a\u3069\u306e\u300c\u533b\u7642\u8cbb\u52a9\u6210\u5236\u5ea6\u300d\u304c\u6539\u6b63\u3055\u308c\u305f\u3053\u3068\u3092\u3054\u5b58\u3058\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b\uff1f\u3053\u308c\u306b\u3088\u3063\u3066\u3001\u4eca\u307e\u3067\u52a9\u6210\u5bfe\u8c61\u5916\u3060\u3063\u305f\u4eba\u304c\u533b\u7642\u8cbb\u52a9\u6210\u3092\u53d7...<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Handbooks_related_to_welfare_services\"><\/span>Handbooks related to welfare services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we provide an overview of the handbooks required for receiving various welfare services for people with disabilities. These handbooks are not automatically issued upon a diagnosis of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>; instead, issuance conditions are determined based on the degree of disability. For individuals with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, handbooks may not be issued depending on their condition. For more details, please consult your primary care physician or your local city or municipal office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c4-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Therapy_Handbook\"><\/span>Therapy Handbook<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Therapy Handbook is intended to make it easier for individuals with intellectual disabilities to access various systems and services. The available welfare services include assistance with childcare and education, medical expense subsidies, public transportation discounts, tax benefits, and support for schooling and employment. The name of the handbook varies by region: in Kanagawa Prefecture, it is called the &#8220;Therapy Handbook,&#8221; in Yokohama City, it is known as the &#8220;Ai-no-Techo,&#8221; and in Saitama Prefecture, it is referred to as the &#8220;Midori-no-Techo.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Therapy Handbook is issued to individuals who have an intellectual disability recognized before the developmental period (18 years old) due to some cause and continues to persist, have an intelligence quotient below the value specified by each municipality, or require special assistance in daily life, such as medical care, welfare, education, or employment. The degree of disability is classified into four levels, and the services available vary depending on the level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Therapy Handbook is issued by the Child Consultation Center for those under 18 and by the Center for Persons with Disabilities Welfare for those over 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c4-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_Disability_Handbook\"><\/span>Physical Disability Handbook<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is designed for individuals with visual, hearing, physical, heart, gastrointestinal, or other disabilities to access various services and systems. Disabilities are classified into six levels (1 to 6), with the services available varying according to the classification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Services_eligible_for_therapy_subsidies\"><\/span>Services eligible for therapy subsidies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the Therapy Handbook and the Physical Disability Handbook, there are other services and allowances available for therapy support. Here, we introduce some of these options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c5-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Expense_Assistance_System_for_Infants_and_Young_Children\"><\/span>Medical Expense Assistance System for Infants and Young Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medical Expense Subsidy System for Infants and Young Children is a system where local municipalities subsidize the out-of-pocket expenses for hospitalization and outpatient care for infants and young children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each prefecture implements this program, with the actual administration carried out by each city, ward, or town. Therefore, the age eligibility, income limits, subsidy methods, and presence or absence of out-of-pocket expenses vary significantly by prefecture. In addition to prefectural standards, each city, ward, or town may further expand the age eligibility and scope of subsidies based on their own criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c5-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Special_Child_Rearing_Allowance\"><\/span>Special Child Rearing Allowance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allowances are provided to the guardians of children under the age of 20 with intellectual or physical disabilities. The amount of the allowance varies depending on the degree of the disability. Additionally, there are income restrictions for the guardians to be eligible for the allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c5-3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Welfare_Allowance_for_Disabled_Children\"><\/span>Welfare Allowance for Disabled Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allowances are provided to children with severe physical or mental disabilities. Eligibility for these allowances is determined based on the grade of the Physical Disability Handbook or Therapy Handbook, and whether the child exhibits problematic behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c5-4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Subsidy_System_for_Pediatric_Chronic_Diseases\"><\/span>Medical Subsidy System for Pediatric Chronic Diseases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a subsidy system for medical expenses incurred during the long-term treatment of specific chronic illnesses, which can become financially burdensome. In the case of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, assistance is provided only if certain medical conditions are met. The amount of subsidy varies based on income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Group_or_individual_therapy_training\"><\/span>Group or individual therapy training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are both group and individual therapy training sessions. Here, we will explain therapy that is primarily conducted in hospitals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c6-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Training_at_medical_institutions_such_as_hospitals\"><\/span>Training at medical institutions such as hospitals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are an increasing number of medical institutions that provide pediatric developmental rehabilitation for children with developmental disabilities, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>. The content of the training is determined based on the child&#8217;s condition, but it mainly combines the aforementioned PT, OT, and ST. Since a doctor&#8217;s assessment is required to start the training, please consult with your primary care physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c6-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Home_rehabilitation\"><\/span>Home rehabilitation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For children who find regular visits to the hospital challenging due to their disabilities, or who need to practice movements at home (such as using the toilet or moving around), staff may visit the home to provide rehabilitation. However, there are still relatively few facilities offering this service. As with training in medical institutions, a doctor\u2019s referral is required. Please consult thoroughly with your primary care physician.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"\/nipt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2da73ffc1cd408d81a8e8d1ea86646e1.png\" alt=\"\u7642\u80b2\u306e\u76f8\u8ac7\u304c\u3067\u304d\u308b\u3068\u3053\u308d\" class=\"wp-image-20073\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Places_where_you_can_consult_about_therapy\"><\/span>Places where you can consult about therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When considering therapy for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, it is crucial to consult thoroughly with your primary care physician. Additionally, for those who wish to seek objective third-party opinions or hear from other parents with children who have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, here are some organizations that provide therapy support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c7-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Down_Syndrome_Association\"><\/span>Down Syndrome Association<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Down Syndrome Association, officially known as the &#8220;Japan Down Syndrome Society (JDSS),&#8221; is an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with Down Syndrome and their families. They provide practical and helpful information to families and individuals involved with children who have Down Syndrome. Additionally, for the general public who do not have children with Down Syndrome, the association aims to deepen understanding and expand support by explaining Down Syndrome, sharing the current situation, and showcasing the activities of individuals with Down Syndrome.*1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon joining, you can receive and borrow newsletters and books that provide a deep understanding of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>. You can also participate in various seminars. Additionally, there are telephone consultations available with parents of children with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>, offering advice on issues that only those with firsthand experience can understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c7-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_therapy_groups\"><\/span>Local therapy groups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In some regions, there are independent therapy groups specifically for children with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>. The age requirements and therapy approaches vary by group, so if you find a group that seems suitable, it is a good idea to visit and experience it firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c7-3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_parent_associations\"><\/span>Local parent associations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By searching for &#8220;your region + <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> + parent association,&#8221; you can find local parent associations for children with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a>. These associations often host a variety of events, such as meetings, lectures, therapy camps, and Christmas parties. They also serve as an active platform for exchanging information closely related to the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, we have briefly outlined what therapy for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> entails, when it is best to start therapy, the therapy programs available, and the subsidy systems and allowances that can be used. The ideal time to start therapy for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/about-down-syndrome\/?lang=en\">Down Syndrome<\/a> varies depending on each individual&#8217;s situation. To choose the best approach for your beloved child, please refer to the knowledge provided here and have a thorough discussion with your primary care physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <a href=\"\/nipt\/nipt\/nipt\/\" class=\"blog-card\">\n      <div class=\"blog-card-content\">\n          <div class=\"blog-card-title\">\u77e5\u7684\u969c\u304c\u3044\u304c\u308f\u304b\u308bNIPT\u3068\u306f\uff08NIPT\u306e\u57fa\u672c\uff09 <\/div>\n          <div class=\"blog-card-excerpt\">\u30d2\u30ed\u30af\u30ea\u30cb\u30c3\u30af\u3067\u884c\u3063\u3066\u3044\u308bNIPT\u306e\u307e\u3068\u3081\u3067\u3059\u3002\u30d2\u30ed\u30af\u30ea\u30cb\u30c3\u30af\u306eNIPT\u3067\u306f\u77e5\u7684\u969c\u5bb3\u30fb\u767a\u9054\u969c\u5bb3\u3092\u4f34\u3046\u591a\u6570\u306e\u75be\u60a3\u3092\u51fa\u751f\u524d\u306b\u691c\u51fa\u3059\u308b\u3053\u3068\u304c\u53ef\u80fd\u3067...<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group references\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u3010References\u3011<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Saitama Prefectural Children&#8217;s Medical Center &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saitama-pho.jp\/scm-c\/shokai\/naikashinryo\/idenka\/hattatu.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">About Development<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Living with Down Syndrome &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/yokohamapj.org\/communicate\/living-with-down-syndrome\/information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Information on Down Syndrome (Organizations, Therapy Handbooks, and Support Services)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pediatric Chronic Specific Disease Information Center &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shouman.jp\/assist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medical Expense Assistance<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Social Welfare and Public Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Center for Persons with Disabilities &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fukushihoken.metro.tokyo.lg.jp\/shinsho\/a_techou\/ainotechounituite.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">About the Ai-no-Techo Handbook<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growth Consultation Room for Considering Children&#8217;s Short Stature &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/ghw.pfizer.co.jp\/about_treatment\/jyosei\/allowance\/jyosei_03_6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Actual Conditions of the Medical Expense Subsidy System for Infants and Young Children<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Himawari-kai Sassatari Hospital &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sasson-hospital.jp\/department\/section03\/reha\/child\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pediatric Developmental Rehabilitation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdss.or.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan Down Syndrome Society (JDSS)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What is Down Syndrom&#8230;\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/down-syndrome-education\/?lang=en\">\u7d9a\u304d\u3092\u8aad\u3080<\/a>","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":25459,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[199],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-81182","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-genetic-disorder"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81182","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=81182"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81182\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":81196,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81182\/revisions\/81196"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25459"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=81182"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=81182"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=81182"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}