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To prepare students for life beyond the classroom, we first have to put work into the classroom. That means understanding each student’s needs and acquiring the tools and materials needed to help that student flourish. This is where The Phoenix Center stands out. “Another thing I love about The Phoenix Center is that if you […]
Going to the dentist can be stressful at any age. Our mouths can be sensitive, and sometimes cleaning gums and teeth can be uncomfortable. All of this can be a little scary, but it’s important to know the facts so we know what to expect. Dentist visits can be worrisome for adults, but even more […]
While the spirit of giving is old as time itself, Giving Tuesday is a relatively new concept. Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this global day of giving back started in 2012, which means this year marks its tenth anniversary. For many not-for-profits and altruistically minded organizations, Giving Tuesday plays a major role in their ability […]
A Focus on Amy Bolliger, M.S. CCC-SLP, Unit Supervisor/Speech Therapist Autumn always has a refreshing energy to it: the summer heat fades, the leaves change, and the students return back to school. The Phoenix Center has set itself apart by wielding technology to give students interactive experiences by “visiting” far away places otherwise inaccessible due […]
Jim Russomano, owner/dealer principal at Nutley Auto Kia and board president at The Phoenix Center, shares his perspective as an employer of people with disabilities — in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Jim declares in his op-ed, “it’s a time to recognize the value of an inclusive workforce…in particular the benefits to both […]
