Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Childrens Services
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Services for children are provided in coordination with Darke County Help Me Grow and Darke County Schools.

Services for children are provided at the Anthony Wayne Early Childhood Center, 4932 Children's Home Road, Greenville, Ohio  45331.  For more information, call (937) 548-8323 or email awecc@darkedd.org

Early Intervention Program

Early Intervention services are provided to babies and toddlers from birth through two years of age who have developmental delays.  Early Intervention Specialist, Leslie Zimmers and Assistant Jodi Mikesell oversee playgroups and conduct home visits to assist families.

All services are coordinated with Darke County Help Me Grow.  To schedule an evaluation for your child, contact the Darke County Help Me Grow offices at (937) 547-9392.

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Children play and have fun while learning!!


Preschool Program

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Children love to play at Anthony Wayne Early Childhood Center

Special needs preschool programs are offered at Anthony Wayne Early Childhood Center for children from three through five years of age who have developmental disabilities. 
There are currently 7 teachers and 7 teacher assistants serving appriximately 100 children per week.  Children attend either a morning or afternoon session each day with typically-developing peers.

If needed, children may also receive occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy and nursing services.

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