The Warren Center

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Helping children reach their full potential

EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION (ECI)

Our ECI program provides personalized therapy sessions to children from birth to 3 years old in their natural environment (home or daycare). Therapy services include but are not limited to therapy in communication, motor / coordination, and sensory processing.
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CLINIC THERAPY SERVICES

Our Clinic Therapy Services program provides comprehensive evaluation and therapy services for children three to five years of age, and continues to serve them as they get older. Services includes individual and group therapy in communication, social skills, motor/coordination, and sensory processing.
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FAMILY EDUCATION & SUPPORT

The Family Education and Support (FES) program equips families and caregivers through education, workshops, support meetings and providing referrals to resources in the community. A library of developmental journals and books is also available to families through this service.
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OUR STORY

For children with developmental differences

Fifty years ago, very few resources existed for parents of disabled children in Dallas County. With nowhere to turn for community-based services or help, families lacked support and their children had limited options in life. The Warren Center was created in 1968 and for decades, we have provided much-needed resources and care to children with disabilities and their families. Grassroots efforts and proven successes paved the way for an increase in community and parental awareness. As our organization experienced growth, we began adapting our programs to meet the changing needs of families.

Over the years, The Warren Center has given parents access to the resources their children needed, and more importantly, hope and support.
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FEATURED BLOGS

The season of spring has represented new life and rebirth for millennia. In particular, the month of April is often the first sign of vivid life to come. It is only fitting, then, that April is also the National Month of the Young Child. Decades of research have shown that early childhood years help shape how children grow, learn, and interact with others. Recognizing the impact of childhood development from birth to age eight, the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (MiAEYC) first named April the Month of the Young Child in 1971. Other state chapters soon followed suit,...

April: Month of the Young Child

Child,Featured,Help & Information | April 1, 2021

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In honor of Better Hearing & Speech Month in May, the team of speech-language pathologists at The Warren Center are encouraging parents of young children to take this extended time at home to improve their children's communication development. Parents with concerns about their child's speech and language development should seek assistance from a speech-language pathologist as soon as possible. Many young children experience communication delays, which are highly treatable with early detection. For parents and caregivers of young children who are currently receiving early intervention services by a speech-language pathologist (SLP), they may be concerned about their child's progress during this...

In Honor of Better Hearing & Speech Month SLPS from The Warren Center Share Ways to Improve Speech at Home

Featured | May 18, 2020

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Now more than ever, we must stand by children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities.

As you are aware, the novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), a highly contagious respiratory illness, has affected individuals across the United States. In addition to the recently declared state of emergency, school districts have closed and countless physicians have advised vulnerable populations to avoid contact risk at all costs. At present, our offices are closed until further notice. We have also temporarily stopped all in-home therapy. Many of the young children we serve face chronic health conditions - and as a precaution, their parents and caregivers...

COVID-19 INFORMATION

Featured | March 13, 2020

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Raising a child with a disability requires parents to learn about and deal with multiple specialists, various healthcare systems, and increased expenses that most parents don’t normally encounter. Learning about the disability, providing daily care, choosing treatment options, managing a complicated medical system, managing healthcare costs, advocating for special needs schooling and coupled with caring for the needs of other family members can cause strains to any marriage. “Having a child with a disability brings unanticipated grief that most parents are not prepared to tackle. By doing your research you can combat some of the unknown stresses that come with parenting...

Experts from The Warren Center Share Tips to Keep Families Together in Recognition of Divorce Month

Featured | January 31, 2020

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There is no one that makes Conner laugh and smile more than his sister Kylie. You will hear the sounds of his giggles even on the most challenging days, and there have been many challenging days for Conner. He was born with the umbilical cord wrapped around his neck, not making any sounds. The nurses worked to get him breathing and then rushed him to the newborn intensive care unit (NICU). It was more than 30 hours later when Conner’s mom Angela was able to hold him for the first time. He spent those first 16 days of his life in the...

Conner continues to beat the odds with a smile

Featured | January 28, 2020

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While most children find the winter holiday season to be exciting and joyful, many special needs kids struggle this time of year. The lights, sounds, and crowds can be overwhelming for kids with developmental delays and disabilities. The experts at The Warren Center have found ways to control the chaos to create an experience that is fun for the whole family at their annual Operation Santa event. The experts at The Warren Center recommend the following tips to have a sensory-friendly holiday: Avoid sensory overload. Consider shopping online or having someone pick up gifts for you. The crowds, sounds and lights of a...

Sensory-Friendly Tips for the Holiday Season

Featured,In The News | December 18, 2019

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We get it. Buying Christmas presents for your children can feel like the ultimate challenge. Along with wish-list toys and name-brand gadgets, children often desire the types of toys that are popular among peers and friends. Rather than just picking out the latest gimmick, you want a toy that is both interesting enough to keep your child actively engaged and practical enough to teach them valuable skills during play. If you are feeling stumped about great gifts for children to help them meet developmental milestones, have no fear. The Warren Center therapists have provided a guide to toys that help with...

The Warren Center Therapists’ Guide to Great Toys for Developmental Stages

Featured,In The News | November 5, 2019

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With more than 15 year’s tenure at The Warren Center, Executive Director Amy Spawn, has been named Chief Executive Officer. Amy Spawn has more than 25 years of experience in the field of early childhood intervention, speech language pathology, leadership and strategic philanthropy. In June 2013, Amy Spawn was selected as the Executive Director of The Warren Center by its board of directors. As CEO of The Warren Center, she provides oversight to the agency’s operations and programs to ensure that its goals are aligned with one mission: to advocate, serve and empower children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities....

Amy Spawn named Agency CEO

In The News | March 28, 2019

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The Warren Center's, Board President, Bill Warren and Dina Alsaid who is the mother of a child recieving services from the The Warren Center were featured on Good Morning Texas to talk about the 50th Anniversary and about the wonderful services we offer families.
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The Warren Center featured on Good Morning Texas

In The News | June 12, 2018

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