By Tedong Rantayy
MIRI, Feb 18: Early intervention for children with special needs is crucial in ensuring they have the best possible outcomes in life, says Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah.
“Early intervention helps children with special needs receive support and therapy, (so) the better their long-term prognosis. By identifying and addressing developmental delays or disabilities early on, children can receive the necessary interventions to help them reach their full potential,” she said when met by the local media here on today after launching Miri Wishesland’s Boccia Hall in Piasau.
She pointed out that early intervention programmes also play a critical role in supporting families and providing them with resources and tools they need to help their child succeed.
“Early intervention plays a crucial role in helping children with special needs to successfully navigate their way through school. By identifying and addressing developmental delays or disabilities at a young age, educators and parents can provide the necessary support and resources to ensure that these children are able to thrive in a school setting.
“With the right interventions in place, children with special needs can develop the skills and confidence needed to actively participate in classroom activities and social interactions. This early support can also help to prevent potential challenges and obstacles from hindering their academic progress in the future,” Fatimah said.
By providing these resources, children with special needs can receive a quality education tailored to their unique strengths and challenges, she added.
“It is important for schools and communities to work together to create inclusive environments that promote learning and growth for all students, regardless of their abilities. With the right support in place, children with special needs can thrive academically and reach their full potential,” she disclosed.
Fatimah also expressed her delight over the establishment of Miri Wishesland Chapter which provides services to children with cerebral palsy (CP).
Also present were Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew-cum-Piasau assemblyman, Wishesland Miri Advisor-cum-Sarawak Boccia Association president Chi Poh Yung and Wishesland Miri founder Katherine Chai Fung Ling. — DayakDaily
