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Sip, Salsa, and Score Big for a Great Cause! FRIDAY, MAY 2nd 6:00 – 10:00 pm Roll the dice, spin the wheel, and join us for a fun evening of gambling, passed hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, soda, dessert and fabulous prizes!! Don’t miss out on TPC’s most highly anticipated event of the year. Get your […]
Transition and Recreation Fair For parents, caregivers, advocates, district case managers & child study teams-anyone working or living with students ages 5-21 that may need transition & recreation services in preparation for life beyond the classroom. NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY DATE: Friday, March 21, 2025 TIME: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM LOCATION: The Phoenix Center, 16 […]
At The Phoenix Center, our mission is to prepare students for life beyond the classroom—and our longstanding Restaurant Night program is a shining example of that commitment. Now in its 23rd year, this Essex County initiative helps students with autism and multiple disabilities gain real-world experience in the food industry. The program serves students ages […]
The Phoenix Center’s annual Turkey Trot—an event that brings together students with autism and other intellectual disabilities for a day of fun, fitness, and community—has captured the attention of media outlets across the country, including a feature in USA Today! This year’s Turkey Trot, held on November 27, 2024, was our 8th annual celebration and […]
The Phoenix Center is proud to see innovative tools like Virtual Reality (VR) receiving the attention they deserve for their transformative impact on autism therapy. Our Executive Director, Julie Mower, contributed to an insightful feature in Autism Parenting Magazine, exploring how VR enhances social, emotional, and life skills for neurodiverse individuals in a safe, immersive […]
