First Step, Inc. | Fordyce

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  • 1717 Industrial Dr, Fordyce, AR 71742
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About First Step, Inc. | Fordyce

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About First Step, Inc. | Fordyce

First Step, Inc., located in Fordyce, Arkansas, is a non-profit organization that has been providing specialized services and support to individuals with special needs since 1958. Founded by a passionate group of parents, civic leaders, and health professionals, our mission is to empower individuals with developmental delays and disabilities by offering treatments, therapies, and services that help them reach their full potential. We have grown from our original 7 students to now offer services to both adults and children in Arkansas and beyond. At First Step, we believe in creating meaningful opportunities for those with disabilities to build a better life for themselves.

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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/19/2026 2:45 am

Languages

  • English

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At First Step, Inc. in Fordyce, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If you think your child may need speech therapy, there are a few indicators to look out for, such as difficulty responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing topics, or understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. Our complete guide to speech therapy can help you gain a better understanding of this process and how it can help your child develop effective ways to communicate, leading to a more independent and confident individual.
At First Step, Inc. in Fordyce, we understand how important it is for your child to be able to communicate effectively with others. That’s why we offer professional speech therapy services that can help your child develop the necessary skills to express themselves. Our experienced speech therapists will work with your child to learn nonverbal skills, clearer speech, communication techniques, facial expressions, body language, and will even help address stuttering and swallowing issues. Let First Step, Inc. be your first step in providing the best speech therapy for your child.
Contact Phone number is (870) 352-7975.
https://www.firststeparkansas.com

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