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There are countless books to consult when it comes to raising children. But — as parents of The Phoenix Center students know — raising children with unique needs can be a less-written about topic. Nothing prepares you for parenting like on-the-ground, real-life experience, but even so some informative literature can strengthen the mind and embolden […]
It’s the end of summer, and that means beaches, barbecues, and — yes — school! A new academic year approaches, so we’re in full swing at The Phoenix Center ensuring we are more than prepared for our students’ exciting arrival in a few short weeks. “We hold a new parents breakfast each year in early […]
On Thursday, May 17th we hosted a presentation on “Legally Preparing for Transition to Adult Life” presented by Maria Fischer, Esq. at Hinkle, Fingles, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys at Law specializing in Disability Law. Families with children with special needs have incremental issues to worry about when their children “age out” and their educational entitlements end. In order to […]
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), was March 21st, and has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. Down Syndrome International (DSi) encourages our […]
The holiday season doesn’t have to be a stressful time of year for you and your child with special needs. Whether it is a disruption to routine, new people in the house, going to new places, eating unfamiliar food or being overstimulated with sights, sounds and smells, the general consensus seems to be to plan […]
