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September 17, 2024
RSK Weighs In on Proposed Changes to High School Transition Planning
Your voice can help shape the future of transition services in Arizona. Comments must be received by Thursday, September 19, 2024 at noon.
September 6, 2024
Kelly Randall Accepted Into Prestigious AMCHP Leadership Lab Family Leaders’ Cohort
This prestigious program recognizes parents and family members who have demonstrated leadership in their communities and are connected to Title V programs serving children and…
April 2, 2024
RSK Position on SB1435: Public Entity Liability: Sexual Offenses
We stand in full support of Arizona Senate Bill 1435 aimed at holding public entities, including schools, accountable for negligence, particularly concerning the safety and…
March 25, 2024
Empowering Independence
Like many parents of soon-to-be adults, Elisa and Mark Cain wanted to protect their son Max, but they also wanted him to maintain some rights.
December 19, 2023
Becoming Parents Was Unexpected
“Encircle Families is hope,” Tony said. “I had no hope before and did not know a pathway through this. I do now."
December 19, 2023
Empowering Voices: Introducing the Engaging Families & Young Adults Program
In a world where inclusivity and diversity take center stage, initiatives that amplify the voices of underrepresented communities are crucial. The Engaging Families and Young…
September 20, 2023
Navigating Behavior Challenges at School
Conor had evaluations, strategies and a team in place, but real progress took persistence, learning and the right support at the right time.
August 29, 2023
AHCCCS Sends Proposal for Parents as Paid Caregiver Program on to CMS For Approval
Parent and family stories and testimonials were extremely effective in advocating for changes to the Parents as Paid Caregivers Program that AHCCCS proposed to send…
August 9, 2023
From NICU Challenges to Advocacy – A Journey of Hope & Support
"Encircle Families helped me navigate a world I knew nothing about at one of the lowest points in my life,” Breann said.
July 25, 2023
RSK Position on AHCCCS 1115 Waiver Amendment Proposal: Parents as Paid Caregivers
In response to the COVID 19 Public Health Emergency in 2020, AHCCCS expanded Medicaid flexibilities in to allow for Parents to become paid caregivers and…
June 22, 2023
From Rough Start to Remarkable Progress
With guidance from Encircle Families, Cristina Renteria gained the confidence and knowledge to advocate for her son Atlas and work with his school team to…
April 14, 2023
Getting Support From a Bigger Community
"I needed the support of a bigger community to get my son through this next milestone. Everyone at Encircle Families was so accommodating and knowledgeable…