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September 10, 2026
Make a Plan to Vote: Arizona’s 2026 General Election
Arizona’s General Election is Nov. 3, and the deadline to register to vote is approaching. Whether you plan to vote early, by mail or in…
September 9, 2026
Turning 18? New Social Security Tools Can Make the Transition Easier
Turning 18 can bring new Social Security paperwork and responsibilities for young adults with disabilities and their families. Expanded online tools can make it easier…
August 27, 2026
When Every Minute Matters: What Arizona Families Should Know About Autism and Missing Person Alerts
When an autistic loved one wanders, knowing what to do can make a critical difference. Arizona already has a statewide SAFE Alert for qualifying missing…
August 25, 2026
When Inclusion Gets Hard, We Cannot Walk Away From It
Recent federal actions are raising important questions about the future of disability rights and community inclusion. Encircle Families Executive Director Christopher Tiffany looks at what…
August 18, 2026
When Pediatric Care Ends: Rethinking Healthcare for Adults with Disabilities
Leaving pediatric care can expose a new set of challenges for young adults with autism and I/DD. A new Arizona-based white paper examines the healthcare…
August 17, 2026
Arizona Audit Puts Parents as Paid Caregivers Program in the Spotlight
A new state audit raises concerns about AZ's implementation and oversight of the Parents as Paid Caregivers program. Here's what the findings mean for families…
August 13, 2026
What Happens When States End Subminimum Wage for Workers With Disabilities?
For decades, federal law has allowed some employers to pay workers with disabilities less than the minimum wage. As more states move away from this…
August 5, 2026
Congress Takes New Step in Debate Over Special Education Oversight
Over the past several months, many families have followed news about changes to the U.S. Department of Education, including the transfer of some special education…
July 27, 2026
National Disability Independence Day: Celebrating Progress, Opportunity and Inclusion
Every year on July 26, National Disability Independence Day commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. This landmark civil rights…
July 20, 2026
Federal Disability Enforcement Continues to Shift: What Families Should Know
Recent federal actions have prompted questions about how disability laws may be interpreted and enforced. Here's what families need to know. Over the past several…