Connecting childcare and therapeutic support, building a community-based development hub Social Welfare Corporation Hitotonari has been selected as the candidate operator for the "Child Development Support Facility Opening in FY2026" in the Higashi area, following a public recruitment process conducted by Fukuoka City. Hitotonari is a social welfare corporation operating childcare facilities in Fukuoka City, including Oi Childcare Center, Hara Central Childcare Center, Magokoro Childcare Center, and Airport-Mae Childcare Center. The newly selected Child Development Support Facility will be the corporation's second such facility, following the existing "Cocohug Fukuoka Central," and preparations are underway to open it on the premises of Magokoro Childcare Center. Exterior of "Magokoro Childcare Center," the planned location Moving forward, while coordinating with Fukuoka City and proceeding with designation applications, we aim to create a development support hub that connects childcare and therapeutic support, enabling not only children currently enrolled in our facilities but also children and families in the wider community to access the support they need. About Child Development Support Services Child Development Support is a welfare service primarily for preschool-aged children, providing support in play, daily living, social interaction, and participation in group activities based on each child's developmental characteristics and growth circumstances. When parents or caregivers have concerns such as "I'm slightly worried about my child's speech development," "I'm unsure how to help with emotional regulation," or "I don't know where to turn for advice," this service enables children and their families to access professional support. Exterior of the existing Child Development Support Facility "Cocohug Fukuoka Central" Interior of the existing Child Development Support Facility "Cocohug Fukuoka Central" We prioritize creating an environment where children feel sa