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Taka Ozawa

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A mother raising a child with disabilities. I write articles with the hope of creating a society where both individuals with disabilities and their families can live more comfortably.

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What is Important When Living in a Barrier-Free Home with a Child with Disabilities?

What is Important When Living in a Barrier-Free Home with a Child with Disabilities?

When families with children with disabilities consider building or renovating a home, they often wonder, "What should we consider?" and "What facilities are necessary?" Such concerns are frequently seen on social media. In fact, the author […]

Published: 2023.06.26Updated: 2025.04.07
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【Comprehensive Guide】A Strong Ally for Families with Children with Disabilities: An Easy-to-Understand Introduction to Local Support Systems!

【Comprehensive Guide】A Strong Ally for Families with Children with Disabilities: An Easy-to-Understand Introduction to Local Support Systems!

"Taking care of children solely within the family is challenging." "I couldn't get my child into daycare, but I want opportunities to connect with others and society." Some families with children who have disabilities may have these desires. Such […]

Published: 2023.05.30Updated: 2026.04.24
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Must-See for Families with Disabled Children! Introducing Allowance Systems and Financial Support Available

Must-See for Families with Disabled Children! Introducing Allowance Systems and Financial Support Available

Families raising children with disabilities often face increased daily expenses, such as medical and therapy costs, as well as the cost of living supplies. Additionally, many of these families find it challenging to have both parents working, which can lead to a significant financial burden. To support these unstable situations […]

Published: 2023.05.22Updated: 2025.12.10
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【A Must-Read for Families Accompanying Hospitalized Children】Challenges and Tips When Your Child is Hospitalized

【A Must-Read for Families Accompanying Hospitalized Children】Challenges and Tips When Your Child is Hospitalized

Accompanying hospitalization refers to when parents stay overnight with their child during the child's hospital stay. The author, who has experienced accompanying hospitalization multiple times, introduces the harsh conditions faced by families of children who are frequently hospitalized or have disabilities, and how they overcome these challenges.

Published: 2023.04.19Updated: 2025.09.10
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Challenges and Solutions for Enrolling Children Requiring Medical Care in Daycare and Kindergarten

Challenges and Solutions for Enrolling Children Requiring Medical Care in Daycare and Kindergarten

"Many women may plan their life with the thought of 'taking maternity and childcare leave and then returning to work' after becoming pregnant. With the number of dual-income households increasing to 13 million in 2024, it is no longer unusual to entrust children to care and continue working after childbirth […]"

Published: 2023.03.27Updated: 2026.02.18
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Exploring Outings and Tips for Families with Medically Dependent Children or Children with Illnesses and Disabilities! [Supervised by Tokyo Outing Project]

Exploring Outings and Tips for Families with Medically Dependent Children or Children with Illnesses and Disabilities! [Supervised by Tokyo Outing Project]

Even at home, children requiring medical care often need special attention to their health. When it comes to going out with such children, some people might find themselves feeling apprehensive. The author also has a child who requires medical care, and especially when they were younger, outings were truly challenging […]

Published: 2023.03.10Updated: 2026.01.08
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What is the Medical Care Support Act for Children? Changes Made and Future Changes Explained | Understanding the Age 18 Barrier and Current Evacuation Plans

What is the Medical Care Support Act for Children? Changes Made and Future Changes Explained | Understanding the Age 18 Barrier and Current Evacuation Plans

When researching support for children requiring medical care, you may often come across the term "Medical Care Support Act for Children." As the name suggests, it is a law that supports children requiring medical care. But you might wonder, "What kind of law is this?" and "What changes will occur with its implementation […]

Published: 2023.02.09Updated: 2025.04.19
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[Definitive Guide] Top 4 Recommended Manual Driving Device Manufacturers for a Comfortable Driving Experience!

[Definitive Guide] Top 4 Recommended Manual Driving Device Manufacturers for a Comfortable Driving Experience!

"Manual driving devices" enable individuals with mobility impairments to drive a car using hand controls. Here, we introduce several manual driving devices that contribute to creating a society without mobility disparities!

Published: 2023.01.12Updated: 2026.04.24
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【A Must-Read for Families with Medically Complex Children!】Recommended Communities for Building Connections Among Families

【A Must-Read for Families with Medically Complex Children!】Recommended Communities for Building Connections Among Families

"Can you imagine how rare it is when you hear 'about 20,000 nationwide'? This number represents the children requiring medical care across the country. As of May 2025, Japan's population is approximately 110 million, which means they make up about 0.016% of the population."

Published: 2022.12.26Updated: 2025.11.07
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What is Unleash, the Non-Profit Organization Addressing Challenges in Raising Children with Disabilities?

What is Unleash, the Non-Profit Organization Addressing Challenges in Raising Children with Disabilities?

There is an abundance of parenting information available on social media, magazines, TV, and YouTube. But what about information for children with disabilities? Even at bookstores where parenting magazines are lined up, you rarely see magazines specifically for children with disabilities. […]

Published: 2022.12.19Updated: 2023.05.09
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