If you’re Denise Resnik, it’s a special family, including a son with autism, a supportive community—and a very big vision. Read more.

Spring Symposium Set for April 22–24

Mark your calendars for the First Place Global Leadership Institute’s spring symposium this April in Phoenix. Learn more and register.

Autism Society of America Visits First Place–Phoenix

We were honored to serve as the host site for the Autism Society of America two-day board meeting and retreat. Read more.

Annual Trip to ZooLights Brightens Residents’ Day (and Night!)

First Place–Phoenix residents, Transition Academy students and staff enjoyed fun visits to the 125-acre Phoenix Zoo and its ever-popular and much-beloved annual ZooLights event this month. Read more.

Chef Charleen Shares Her Culinary Crafts 

First Place–Phoenix residents enjoyed another visit from Chef Charleen this month, thanks to a grant from the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation. Read more about the progress she’s been observing in residents’ culinary skills and confidence. Continue reading.

Students, teachers, practitioners and lifelong learners are invited to join ASU's Center for Mindfulness, Compassion and Resilience for its third annual conference March 25 and 26 at the A.E. England Building in Phoenix. Learn more.