Developmental Learning Center
Jacksonville
Open Developmental Learning Center is open Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.,
About
The Developmental Learning Center is a faith-based nonprofit in Jacksonville, Florida, formerly known as DLC Nurse & Learn. Its mission is to provide year-round education, nursing care and therapies to children of all abilities.
The center was founded by Amy Buggle, a former special education teacher in the Jacksonville public school system, with help from Murray Hill United Methodist Church. It has served students with special needs from birth to 22 since 1989.
- Therapies within daily activities
- Low adult-to-child ratios
Concerns they commonly address
Developmental delays
The center welcomes children with developmental delays among other diagnoses.
Medical complexities
The center cares for children with medical needs, including children who use g-tubes, catheters and apnea monitors.
Services
Childcare and early learning
Provides infant and preschool care, VPK, early intervention, extended day, after-school and summer care.
Nursing care
Provides full-time nursing care for children with medical needs.
Therapy services
Provides physical, occupational, speech and vision therapy, plus music and behavioral therapy.
PPEC
Operates a PPEC program under a Florida license.
Founder
Amy Buggle
As a special education teacher in the Jacksonville, Florida public school system, Amy Buggle chaired a committee to find services for children with special needs. She left her teaching position and founded DLC Nurse & Learn, offering special education services, physical therapy and extended day care.
What to know before contacting
Who it sees
Children from 6 weeks through age 22.
Care setting
In person in 4101-1 College Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205.
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