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! […]
Transitions Program Teacher Spotlight: Meet Kathy Fearon!
I am Kathy Fearon, a social worker in the Transitions Program. This is my 7th school year at the program. I began my social work career 30 years ago working […]
Finding Independence While Spreading Joy and Positivity: Kate’s Story
Student Success Profile: Kate Michael When Kate Michael entered First Children (formerly Children’s Specialized Hospital) in April 2006, creeping was her primary means of mobility. She used a walker with […]
Sending Blessings to Those Less Fortunate this Holiday Season
In an effort to give back to the community this holiday season, students in the Transitions Program in Cherry Hill are making Blessing Bags to distribute to those less fortunate. […]
Exciting Announcement: We Have a Move in Date!
We have some exciting announcements about the new First Children School building! We’re looking forward to moving into the building come early January 2024. More details to come on this […]