First Step Arkansas

11/10/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Mr. Troy 🇺🇸
Our Malvern Center had the privilege of recognizing Mr. Troy for his service and sacrifice to our country. We are deeply grateful for his courage and dedication, and proud to celebrate him as part of our First Step family.

Thank you, Mr. Troy—and to all veterans—for your unwavering commitment to protecting our freedom. ❤️💙🤍

11/09/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸
Friday we proudly celebrated our veterans and their families with a special parade and lunch! It was a heartfelt day of gratitude for the brave men and women—past and present—who have served our country.

Thank you to all our employees who joined us in honoring these heroes. Your courage and sacrifice inspire us every day. ❤️💙🤍

11/08/2025

📘 How to Get Started With First Step
Feeling overwhelmed? We make it easy for families to begin services:

1️⃣ Call your local First Step office
2️⃣ Schedule a free screening
3️⃣ Get help with paperwork and evaluations
4️⃣ Receive an individualized therapy plan

We’re with you every step of the way.
Details here:
www.firststeparkansas.com/getting-started-with-first-step/

11/06/2025

🏡 Home-Based Therapy: How It Works
Sometimes, the best therapy happens where your child feels most comfortable—home.

With First Step’s home-based services, you’ll get:
• One-on-one therapy sessions with licensed professionals
• Family coaching and support
• A personalized plan based on your child’s daily environment

More on this approach:
www.firststeparkansas.com/home-based-early-intervention-therapy/

11/04/2025

🧘‍♀️ How Sensory Play Helps Kids Learn
Sensory activities aren’t just fun—they’re essential for development.

Benefits of sensory play include:
• Better focus and attention span
• Stronger fine motor skills
• Calming routines for children with sensory needs

Ideas + tips here:
www.firststeparkansas.com/benefits-of-sensory-play-for-children/

11/02/2025

Our Logo Apparel Store is open with new fall & winter items!

The deadline to order is Monday, November 17. All purchased items can either be shipped to you or delivered to your closest First Step Center for pick up.

To view the products and place your order, check out the online store at https://qrco.de/FSApparel25 or scan the QR code below with your smart phone.

11/01/2025

💛 Why Inclusion in Preschool Matters
Children with disabilities deserve to learn alongside their peers—and it benefits everyone!

• Builds empathy and understanding in all students
• Encourages language, play, and communication
• Provides structure and individualized supports

See how First Step promotes inclusion every day:
www.firststeparkansas.com/benefits-of-inclusive-preschool/

10/31/2025

A huge thank-you to our friends at the Hot Springs Fire Department for visiting our preschool today!

Our preschoolers had a blazing good time exploring the fire truck, meeting real firefighters, and learning all about fire safety. We’re so grateful to our community heroes for making learning safe and fun! ❤️🔥

They even took the time to check out our Fire Department Pumpkin Pageant display!

City of Hot Springs, Arkansas Government

10/30/2025

👣 What Happens in an Early Childhood Screening?
Curious about what to expect when you schedule a developmental screening?

Here’s how we help families take the first step:
• Review of your child’s communication, movement, and social skills
• Observations from licensed therapists and educators
• Simple activities your child can do at home or school

Start here:
www.firststeparkansas.com/what-to-expect-during-a-developmental-screening/

10/28/2025

🎃 Family Pumpkin Paint Party Fun!

We had a fantastic turnout at our Fordyce center for this year’s Family Pumpkin Paint Party! Families enjoyed decorating pumpkins, creating “thumbkin” patch art, making leaf art, and receiving child identification safety kits.

Thank you to everyone who joined in on the fall fun! 🍁 Check out all the photos at the link below!

View my photos at: https://firststep.smugmug.com/Fordyce/FordycePumpkin25/n-Fw5Xgxw

Fordyce Family Pumpkin Paint Party 2025

10/28/2025

🛎️ What Happens After You Call Us?
Worried about your child’s development? Here’s what happens when you reach out to First Step:

• Free developmental screening
• Help navigating referrals and paperwork
• Individualized therapy and preschool placement

We make it simple for you to get the help your child needs.
More info here:
www.firststeparkansas.com/early-intervention-near-me-how-do-i-find-services/

10/28/2025

First Step Preschool Enrollment is Open!

Every child deserves a strong foundation — and it all begins here.
We focus on learning through play, social connection, and individualized support to help every child reach their full potential.

Visit https://www.firststeparkansas.com/contact for more info.