Down Syndrome Center

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2022
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ALAWNEH, MAYSAA
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Education in this era is no longer directed at ordinary children only, but rather targets even the extraordinary with special needs who are able to learn, including those who are mentally retarded, in order to work on providing them with as much capabilities as possible that contribute to their social integration, thus reducing their dependence on the other. Down syndrome is one of the most common types of mental retardation. Public schools do not give students with Down syndrome the time and dedication they need to develop their senses further. A specialized school that meets their needs through natural lighting, comfort and sensory spaces will aid these students in their development and allow them to interact with the community more successfully. Where it is a comprehensive and specialized center in the education and care of the children of this category from the age of (6-12) years. The project will have many functions that serve the needs of the target user, each function has been studied in terms of area and volume according to the Palestinian building code, approximation, equipment, sound, lighting, colors, materials, and environmental qualities. Some functions will be a strong support for children with DS, such as providing landscaping, activity areas, music, dance area, and other basic facilities such as an occupational therapy room in a speech therapy room. According to the area in which the project is located, the quality of services it provides, and the number of users who can benefit from it, it is proposed to establish a treatment and rehabilitation center serving approximately 100 children.
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