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Help Me Grow Orange County


Do you have questions about your child's development?  We wanted to share an awesome resource for parents and caregivers in Orange County. 
Help Me Grow is a trusted local organization that connects families to developmental services. 

You can contact Help Me Grow for help with: 
  • Behavior
  • Parenting
  • Child Development
  • Speech and Language
  • Developmental Screening
  • Support Groups
  • School Readiness
  • Education
Call 1.886.GROW.025
   (1.866.476.9025)

or visit them online!


Hit the Family tab on their website then scroll to the bottom and enter your email to subscribe to Help Me Grow's Parent Newsletter.



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