Northcentral Arkansas Development Council, Inc

The Black River Area Development Corporation in Pocahontas, AR, is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children and families through its comprehensive Early Head Start and Head Start programs. These initiatives provide high-quality educational and developmental services, focusing on low-income families with young children, ensuring they receive the necessary support for growth and learning. With a strong emphasis on family engagement, the programs actively involve parents in their children's education, facilitating a collaborative environment that fosters developmental success. Through skilled coordination and community partnerships, the organization strives to create seamless transitions for children, preparing them for further educational opportunities. Generated from the website

Crowley's Ridge Development Council (CRDC) is dedicated to creating opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and families in Northeast Arkansas, helping them achieve greater self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life. Through various programs and services, including substance abuse treatment, utility assistance, and affordable transportation, CRDC aims to reduce poverty and foster community development. The organization actively engages with its community by collecting feedback from clients, volunteers, and partners to enhance its services and ensure it remains responsive to the needs of those it serves. Committed to accountability and continuous improvement, CRDC values collaboration and strives to build strong relationships within the communities of Craighead, Crittenden, Cross, Greene, Jackson, Poinsett, St. Francis, and Woodruff counties. Generated from the website

HistorySparrow's Promise opened as Searcy Children's Homes in 1974. We opened as a residential home for children in foster care. Since that time, the focus has changed to placing children in foster homes. We have also added a number of support services to help their families as they seek to gain reunification.SpecialtiesSparrow's Promise is a non profit foster care agency providing hope for children and families. We offer foster care, supervised visitation services, and a safe place for children to be while waiting foster placement.