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ADCC was established in 1975, as a non-profit, educational corporation, governed by volunteer Board of Directors. Childcare is provided for children whose parents work or who are in training for work outside of the home and for children who need care for protective reasons.

The majority of the children served are determined eligible for services through Child Care Resource Center, Inc. ADCC contacts with the Child Care Resource Center, Inc. to provide childcare for eligible parents. ADCC, in return, receives a subsidy to supplement the fees parents pay. ADCC also provides care for ineligible children whose fees are determine on a sliding scale. The families benefited are from ethnically and economically mixed backgrounds.

To provide childcare in a safe and secure environment that is affordable and assessable so that low to moderate income single parents and families can obtain the skills necessary to move up in the career ladder to higher paying jobs and greater economic self-sufficiency.

ADCC contracts with the Family Guidance Center of Alabama-Opelika, Inc. to determine the eligibility of parents who desire childcare here at ADCC. ADCC, in return, receives a subsidy to supplement the fees parents pay. As well providing care for ineligible children whose fees are determined on a sliding scale.

Through comprehensive, quality childcare, ADCC, Inc. seeks to strengthen the family and to enable each child to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.

The ultimate goal is for each child to develop into a successful student and responsible citizen.

WE BELIEVE:

1. Each child is unique individual.

2. The family has the primary responsibility for the child.

3. Each child has the right to a developmentally appropriate childcare experience based on his/her unique needs.

4. Each child brings to the center his/her own heredity, distinct family background and experiences.

Therefore, we seek to convey respect and support for the child and child's family and to strengthen the family unit.

WE BELIEVE:

1. Learning is exciting and enjoyable.

2. Children learn by actively participating, exploring, and discovering their environment.

3.Children learn best when they experience success and receive praise.

4. Children should make choices and solve problems in a socially acceptable way.

5. Children learn best when parents and teachers plan and work as a team.

Therefore, we seek to plan, develop, and provide a safe and stimulating environment as well as to facilitate learning in an orderly manner.

NON-DISCRIMINATION ACT:

 Children and families must have access to and be included in all early care and education (ECE) programs without regard to their immigration status, disability or developmental delay, family income, race, ethnicity, religion, family configuration, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), age of the parent, preferred language, nationality, housing status, or involvement in the child welfare system. 

1. We strive to establish and maintain a safe, healthy and stimulating learning environment.

2. We strive to foster in each child a feeling of self-worth. Each child must see him/herself as a successful learner and as one who is liked by other children and the adults around him/her.

3. We strive to enable each child to relate to children and adults and to deal with his/her emotions in an acceptable manner.

4. We strive to assist each child to grow to his/her own physical potential. Growth requires that the child be well nourished, have adequate rest, and opportunity for vigorous activity.

5. We strive to present our children with opportunities to discover facts, develop understanding, express creativity, and to gain skills for leading a responsible life.

6. We strive to encourage the use of appropriate language to communicate with others. A child learns through talking, asking questions, and exchanging ideas. The child must be able to speak so that others understand him/her.

7. We strive to establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with families.