Lawmaker pushes establishment of centers nationwide for autistic, special children By Charlie V. Manalo 07/17/2011

Lawmaker pushes establishment of centers nationwide for autistic, special children

By Charlie V. Manalo 07/17/2011

A center for autistic and special children will soon be established in every province of the country.

Pangasinan Rep. Gina de Venecia said House Bill 4447 mandates the creation of centers which will give, among other things, free special therapy sessions or interventions to children with autism and hearing and speech impairment.

“Poor families who cannot afford the time and specialized treatment for their children with autism and/or hearing and speech impairment can avail themselves of free special therapy sessions or interventions,” De Venecia, author of the bill, said.

De Venecia added these centers shall also provide free evaluation, physical and occupational therapy and socialization activities..... MORE

Source:  The Daily Tribune

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