Essex County school helping children with special needs find enjoyment through exercise

The Phoenix Center is back in the news! Big thanks to Scott Baker from News 12 New Jersey for coming by last week to shine a light on our incredible adapted physical education teachers and their program! We also can’t forget all of our super students and staff who helped out during the filming process! […]

Essex County school helping children with special needs find enjoyment through exercise

‘A better place’: Multisensory room technology is helping students with special needs find comfort zone

The Phoenix Center’s Multisensory room has been featured in ROI-NJ! Check out the full article through the link below and discover why this is a place students leave happy…

The Phoenix Center's Multisensory Room Featured in ROI-NJ

The Phoenix Center’s Stress Savers: Planning for a Trip to the Dentist

Going to the dentist can be stressful at any age. Our mouths can be sensitive, and sometimes cleaning gums and teeth can be uncomfortable. All of this can be a little scary, but it’s important to know the facts so we know what to expect. Dentist visits can be worrisome for adults, but even more […]

The Phoenix Center's Stress Savers Planning for a Trip to the Dentist

Keeping Children With Special Needs Active During Cold Months

When the cold temperatures hit, it’s easy to take cover indoors and forget how important physical activity is for all of us, especially our children. Although it certainly can be more challenging to fit into busy schedules, exercise can make a big difference in your child’s ability to self-regulate. According to The National Center on […]

Keeping Children with Special Needs Active During Winter Months

At The Phoenix Center, Giving Tuesday Directly Funds our One-of-a-Kind Programs

While the spirit of giving is old as time itself, Giving Tuesday is a relatively new concept. Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this global day of giving back started in 2012, which means this year marks its tenth anniversary. For many not-for-profits and altruistically minded organizations, Giving Tuesday plays a major role in their ability […]