Responsible Autism Care Matters More Than Ever
A recent article in The Wall Street Journal titled “The Boom in Autism Therapy Is Medicaid’s Fastest-Growing Jackpot” has sparked important conversations at First Children Services and across the autism […]
Helping Children Navigate Transitions: Building Confidence Through Change
Helping Children Navigate Transitions: Building Confidence Through Change Transitions can be challenging for any child—but for children with special needs, even small changes in routine can feel overwhelming. Moving from […]
What Is Social Work? Understanding the Heart and Expertise Behind the Profession
When you hear the term “social worker,” what comes to mind? For many, the role is often associated only with crisis situations or child welfare cases. In reality, […]
The Benefits of In-School ABA Therapy for Children with Special Needs
The Benefits of In-School ABA Therapy for Children with Special Needs For many children with special needs, the classroom is where learning, social interaction, and emotional growth happen every day. […]
The Power of Early Support: How Early Intervention Can Change Your Child’s Future
As a parent, you want to give your child every opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive. If your child has been diagnosed with autism, the early years are a powerful […]
Building Social Skills Through Everyday Moments: Supporting Children with Special Needs
Social skills are a vital part of a child’s development, helping them communicate, build relationships, and feel confident in the world around them. For children with special needs, these skills […]
Creating a Sensory-Friendly Home Environment for Children with Special Needs
Many children with special needs experience the world in unique and powerful ways. Certain sounds, textures, lights, or environments can feel overwhelming—while others help them feel calm, focused, and ready […]
5 Everyday Routines to Support Learning at Home for Children with Special Needs
For children with special needs, learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom—it continues at home every single day. Simple, structured routines can make a big difference in helping children feel […]
Why Every Child Learns Differently: Understanding Learning Styles
If you’ve ever watched a group of children in a classroom, you’ve probably noticed something fascinating—no two students learn exactly the same way. Some kids thrive with hands-on activities, others […]
Pathways for Progress: ABA Therapy in Roselle Park, Union County NJ
At First Children Services (FCS), our mission has always been to provide exceptional support and services to children and families. One of the cornerstones of that mission is our Applied […]
Partnering for Positive Change: Building a Better Behavioral Health Community
First Children Services has a long-standing commitment to providing exceptional behavioral health services to children and their families. We understand that no single provider can address all the complex needs […]
The End of an Era for the Fanwood School
December 21, 2023 Today our team in Fanwood spent their last full day in the First Children School building after being at 330 South Ave for the last 14 years! […]