Birch Family Services

When Adejuwon was diagnosed with autism, his parents were unsure about the future. But everything changed when they found Birch Family Services and the Springfield Gardens Education Center. Since joining, Adejuwon has reached remarkable milestones and is thriving in a supportive environment! “His progress has been incredible—everyone is in awe,” says his dad, Isaac. Now, Adejuwon is excited to start kindergarten next week! You can read his full story and help more students like Adejuwon thrive this Back to School season. Support our Back to School campaign today! 📚 👉 Read his full story and Donate Now with the link below! https://lnkd.in/dWk4jfTK #BackToSchoolWithBirch #backtoschool #school

At Birch Family Services, we’re gearing up to welcome 1,000 students back to our nine schools across NYC’s under-resourced neighborhoods. As the new school year begins, many of our neurodiverse students will face unique challenges. We’re launching our annual Back to School Drive to equip our classrooms with essential resources like calming furniture, sensory play items, and weighted blankets. How You Can Help: Donate: Every contribution empowers our students and teachers. Amazon Wish Lists: Purchase items to enhance Birch classrooms. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your network. Your support helps create a positive learning environment for our students. Let’s ensure every student has the tools they need for a successful year! Donate today and help us kick off the Back to School Drive! Campaign runs through September 20th. #BackToSchool #SupportSpecialNeeds #BirchFamilyServices https://lnkd.in/epwDW5sy

At Birch Family Services, we’re gearing up to welcome 1,000 students back to our nine schools across NYC’s under-resourced neighborhoods. As the new school year begins, many of our neurodiverse students will face unique challenges. We’re launching our annual Back to School Drive to equip our classrooms with essential resources like calming furniture, sensory play items, and weighted blankets. How You Can Help: Donate: Every contribution empowers our students and teachers. Amazon Wish Lists: Purchase items to enhance Birch classrooms. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your network. Your support helps create a positive learning environment for our students. Let’s ensure every student has the tools they need for a successful year! Donate today and help us kick off the Back to School Drive! Campaign runs through September 20th. #BackToSchool #SupportSpecialNeeds #BirchFamilyServices https://lnkd.in/epwDW5sy

Join us on October 17, 2024 at Current at Pier 59 to celebrate Birch Family Services' accomplishments and honor those who helped us advance our mission of empowering individuals with autism and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives. About our Honorees: Jay Indyke will be honored with the Legacy Award. During his time on the Birch Family Services Board of Directors, Jay demonstrated unwavering commitment to our mission. His visionary leadership and dedication have significantly impacted our organization and the community we serve. We are thrilled to celebrate his lasting legacy at Birch. William A. Fitzgerald, breakout star of the 2024 feature film Ezra, will be honored with the Voices of Hope Award. William's performance in Ezra has not only captivated audiences but has also significantly amplified the stories and experiences of the autism community. His impactful work has helped to shine a spotlight on the challenges and triumphs of those living with autism, making him a deserving recipient of this award. David Jacobo will receive the Parent Advocate Award for his dedicated support and advocacy of Birch. His book, ASD: Amazing, Special, and Different, is a heartfelt account of his journey with his autistic son, offering inspiration and insight to many families facing similar challenges. To find out more about the event, purchase tickets, journal ad's, and sponsorship opportunities click the link below! https://lnkd.in/en38GfC4 #redcarpet #soiree #gala #event #NYC #birch

Our students are hitting the books ahead of the new school year📚! Students at our Springfield Gardens Education Center just kicked off an exciting journey at the Queens Public Library, diving into science exhibits and discovering new books. They’re on a mission to conquer a new Queens Library every month this school year! #Birch #autism #DevelopmentalDisabilities #BackToSchoolReady #SupportLearning #specialeducation

Story time got an upgrade this summer📚! Students at our Pelham Bay Early Childhood Center participated in the Aaron Judge All Rise Foundation ⚾️Book Club this summer The children listened to “How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?” by Jane Yolen & Mark Teague. With fun rhyming and bright pictures, the children were reminded that sometimes getting to bed on time can be fun. The children are looking forward to receiving their certificate from Aaron Judge himself. #autism #DevelopmentalDisabilities #aaronjudge #allrise #bookclub #summerreading #birch

🦋Our young explorers at our Pelham Bay Early Childhood Center took flight on an amazing journey of butterflies! After reading “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle and “Caterpillar to Butterfly” by Laura Marsh, our students watched their own caterpillars🐛 transform into beautiful butterflies over two weeks. They learned about metamorphosis, pupa, chrysalis, and cocoon, and discovered what it takes to keep a butterfly happy: a little sugar or honey water! #birchfamilyservices #LearningThroughNature #animalovers

Today marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signed into law on July 26, 1990, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, removing barriers to employment, transportation, public services, and other critical areas. This landmark legislation has made an impact in the fight for equality.  July is also Disability Pride Month, an opportunity to celebrate, recognize, and honor the history, achievements, and experiences of people living with disabilities. Read the full message from our President and CEO Matt Sturiale below! https://lnkd.in/eJqa_HJ3 #DisabilityPride #birch #BirchFamilyServices #disabilityinclusion #DevelopmentalDisabilities #autism

⚾️Our trip to Yankee Stadium was a home run! A very special thank you to the New York Yankees for their generous donation of 50 tickets to people we support in our programs for yesterday’s game. The individuals who attended had an absolute ball and are looking forward to attending more games in the future! #Birch #autism #DevelopmentalDisabilities #yankees #yankeestadium #yankeesbaseball

A heartfelt thank you to the Pfizer team for dedicating their time and effort today to enhance the backyard of one of our residences. The volunteers began by learning about Birch, our residential program, and the individuals we support. They then rolled up their sleeves and transformed the outdoor space through cleaning, weeding, and landscaping. Thanks to their hard work, our residents now have a beautifully revitalized area that can offer therapeutic benefits to enjoy! #autism #DevelopmentalDisabilities #MakeADifference #getoutdoors #volunteer #volunteering