Eunpyeong District Selected for Seoul's "Disability-Friendly Hospital Operation" Project

Securing a Project Budget of 40 Million Won

Eunpyeong District in Seoul, led by District Mayor Kim Mikyung, will designate and operate seven local hospitals as "Disability-Friendly Hospitals" to improve medical accessibility for people with disabilities.

On April 20, Eunpyeong District announced that its project for operating Disability-Friendly Hospitals was ultimately selected in the "2026 District Support Project for Walking Together with the Vulnerable," an initiative promoted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. With this selection, the district has secured a project budget of 40 million won.

View of Eunpyeong District Office. Provided by Eunpyeong District Office.

"Walking Together with the Vulnerable" is a key policy of Seoul aimed at improving the quality of life and strengthening practical support for socially disadvantaged groups. The program supports specialized projects identified by each district.

From mid-April, the district plans to identify and designate seven local medical institutions to participate in the project. The designated hospitals will receive support for facilities and services to enhance convenience for patients with disabilities.

The main components of the project include strengthening customized medical convenience facilities for people with disabilities, providing communication support such as consultation communication boards, conducting on-site disability awareness training for medical staff, and screening disability awareness improvement videos in hospital waiting areas.

The district plans to focus on lowering both physical and psychological barriers for people with disabilities when using local hospitals and on creating an inclusive medical environment, in cooperation with regional medical institutions.

Kim Mikyung, Mayor of Eunpyeong District, stated, "With the selection of this project, the level of medical services for people with disabilities will be elevated. We will continue to develop policies that consider the socially disadvantaged, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a healthy life without discrimination."

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