No two families are the same, and neither are their needs. In the following list, you’ll find a sampling of local services, support groups, schools and other resources for children and families with various requirements and abilities.
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ACCESS
10618 Breckenridge Drive, Little Rock
1500 N. Mississippi St., Little Rock
501.217.8600 | accessgroupinc.org | Facebook | Instagram
Offers comprehensive services to support lifelong success and independence for individuals with special needs and/or learning disabilities from 6 weeks through adulthood including evaluations; early childhood education; speech, occupational, physical and feeding therapy; school-aged special education; vocational training and independent living programs; mental health services; and community integration.
Service Areas:
- ADD/ADHD
- Behavioral Issues & Mental Health
- Deafness/Speech & Hearing
- Education
- Evaluation/Assessment
- Learning
- Nutrition
- Therapy
Achieve Kids
9720 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock
501.228.3868 | achievecommunity.org
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Trusted for nearly 40 years, Achieve Kids is an early intervention and inclusive learning preschool serving children ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten. Working-family-approved with extended hours and meals and snacks included, Achieve Kids offers on-site occupational, physical and speech therapies, ensuring children have the foundation they need to grow and thrive.
Service Areas:
- Advocacy
- Disability Groups
- Education
- Evaluation/Assessment
- Speech & Hearing
- Support
- Therapy
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.596.6902 | archildrens.org
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Arkansas Children’s is the only health system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas’ 850,000 children. The private, nonprofit organization includes the Arkansas Children’s Golisano Campus in Little Rock, home to Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH), and the Arkansas Children’s Walker Campus in Springdale, home to Arkansas Children’s Northwest. The two pediatric hospitals are supported by a pediatric research institute and USDA nutrition center, a philanthropic foundation, a nursery alliance, statewide clinics and many education and outreach programs.
Service Area:
- Medical
Arkansas Children’s Hospital COACH Clinic
16101 Cantrell Road, Ste. 114, Little Rock
501.298.1391 | archildrens.org
Located at the ACH West Little Rock Clinic, the Center for Obesity and its Consequences in Health (COACH) Clinic is a family-centered, multidisciplinary outpatient clinic designed to prevent and treat obesity in children and teens through lifestyle changes. The COACH Clinic is for patients 4-17 years old and their parents or caregivers who have been referred by their pediatrician. The clinic requires a strong commitment and readiness to make changes for the caregivers and the child or teen. Patients receive monthly care and counseling throughout their visits.
Service Area:
- Nutrition
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Eating Disorders Clinic
1 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.669.8799 | archildrens.org
This multidisciplinary specialty clinic offers specialized outpatient services for evaluating and treating eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and other eating disorders. Parent or family attendance at an educational session is required. The session includes information on causes, medical complications, behavioral and emotional symptoms, treatment and guidance on how parents and other family members can support their child or adolescent. Additional educational resources are provided.
Service Area:
- Nutrition
Arkansas Children’s Hospital ENT
1 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.474.6099 | archildrens.org
The otolaryngology program uses a multidisciplinary approach to care that includes doctors, nurses, audiologists and speech and language therapists. They care for a wide range of ear, nose or throat (ENT) conditions and handle both common and complex cases, from ear infections and tonsillitis to larynx reconstruction or hemangiomas. Common procedures like adenoid or tonsil removal and ear tube placement are offered with Fast Pass scheduling and surgery.
Service Area:
- Deafness/Speech & Hearing
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Eye Center
1 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.299.2135 | archildrens.org
These pediatric specialists provide expert care for eye conditions including childhood cataracts, glaucoma, amblyopia, neuro-ophthalmic disorders and conditions affecting the retina, cornea or eyelids. The center offers diagnosis and treatment options from glasses and contact lenses to advanced surgical care.
Service Area:
- Blindness/Visual Impairment
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Rehabilitation & Therapy
1 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.669.8799 | archildrens.org
The Carolyn & Gerald Hamara Rehabilitation Center provides family-centered, evidence-based care with pediatric physical and occupational therapists, orthotics and prosthetic specialists, a therapy pool, medications, noninvasive therapies and surgery, if needed. Each patient’s care is personalized to promote maximum independence and quality of life.
Service Area:
- Therapy
Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center (ACNC)
15 Children’s Way, Little Rock
501.364.3309 | archildrens.org
ACNC is a research center that learns how food and nutrition affect the health of children and families. Scientists study how the body uses nutrients as people grow and develop. ACNC is one of only two centers funded by the USDA in the U.S. dedicated to nutrition and health research for mothers and children. The center is involved in many research studies and regularly invites people to participate.
Service Area:
- Nutrition
Camp Aldersgate
2000 Aldersgate Road, Little Rock
501.225.1444 | campaldersgate.net
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Camp Aldersgate is a nonprofit organization providing life-changing camp experiences for individuals ages 6-40 with disabilities and medical conditions. Through fully accessible facilities, highly trained staff and year-round programs, campers discover confidence, independence and lifelong friendships while enjoying the same unforgettable adventures every camper deserves. From swimming and adaptive recreation to ziplining, fishing and arts and crafts, Camp Aldersgate creates a place where every individual belongs, every ability is celebrated and every life is changed. Since 1947, Camp Aldersgate has been building bridges, breaking barriers and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Service Area:
- Recreation
Easterseals Academy
11801 Fairview Road, Little Rock
501.663.6965 | eastersealsar.com
Serves children with special education needs, including those with learning and physical disabilities or needs beyond mainstream school programs.
Service Area:
- Education
Easterseals Arkansas
3920 Woodland Heights Road, Little Rock
501.227.3600 | eastersealsar.com
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Includes developmental preschools, pediatric and adult speech and language, physical and occupational therapy, an adult center for training and wellness, transition and job programs and independent living opportunities.
Service Area:
- Disability Groups
Easterseals Arkansas Pediatric Outpatient Therapy
3920 Woodland Heights Road, Little Rock
501.227.3600 | eastersealsar.com
Offers pediatric outpatient physical, occupational and speech and language therapy to children.
Service Area:
- Therapy
Easterseals Little Rock Developmental Preschool
3920 Woodland Heights Road, Little Rock
501.227.3600 | eastersealsar.com
Provides early childhood education and pediatric therapy for children ages 3 months to 6 years old with special needs and developmental disabilities.
Service Area:
- Education
First NLR
4500 W. Commercial Drive, North Little Rock
501.758.8553 | firstnlr.com
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COOL (Centered Only on Love) Kids is for all kids K-fifth grade, giving children with special needs and their parents the opportunity to attend a church service.
Service Area:
- Recreation
First Step
407 Carson St., Hot Springs
501.624.6468 | firststeparkansas.com
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Empowers individuals of all ages with developmental delays, disabilities and special needs through early intervention, therapy, day programs, residential support, job training and community integration.
Service Area:
- Disability Groups
ICM
1525 Merrill Drive, Little Rock
501.228.0063 l icm-inc.org
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ICM is a nonprofit organization that offers premier home and community-based services throughout Arkansas for children and adults with developmental disabilities and seniors. It provides personalized services including applied behavior analysis (ABA) for autism, CES waiver, senior in-home care and a community center for adults with disabilities (BRAVO).
Service Areas:
- ADD/ADHD
- Advocacy
- Behavioral Issues
- Blindness/Visual Impairment
- Deafness/Speech & Hearing
- Disability Groups
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Health
- Support
- Therapy
Museum of Discovery
500 President Clinton Ave., Ste. 150, Little Rock
501.396.7050 | museumofdiscovery.org
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Sensory Cove is a quiet retreat at the Museum of Discovery designed for guests with sensory needs. It features dimmable lighting, soft furniture, calming colors, tactile toys and a cozy hideaway. A sensory-friendly story and map are available online and at the front desk.
Service Area:
- Recreation
Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics
625 N. University Ave., Little Rock
501.664.2624 | snellarkansas.com
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Provides specialized care in prosthetics, orthotics, pedorthics and post-mastectomy care for patients of all ages. All 11 offices across the state are staffed with highly-trained professionals.
Service Area:
- Medical