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 […]
Student Profiles of Success: Transitions Program
Student/Client Success Profile Program: Transitions Program Cherry Hill, NJ Student/Client Name: G Case History/Information: The student was sent to us by their sending district during the middle of their Junior […]
First Children Services Announces Collaboration with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
July 2023 Contact: James Santana, jsantana@firstchildrenservices.com First Children Services Announces Collaboration with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia CHERRY HILL, NJ. – First Children Services is excited to announce an […]
Today’s ABA and Our Approach at FCS
What makes our approach different at First Children? First Children has always been committed to being family-centered and family-focused. Our compassionate approach is one that has been thoughtfully cultivated by […]
Ways to Advocate for Disability Justice and Disability Resources
Advocacy for disability rights is so important. It provides assistance to those in the disability community and offers support to ensure that all rights are upheld, their choice and control […]