Encircle Families
News & Updates
June 29, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Veronica Garcia-Benné
With both professional expertise and personal experience, Marysol Vazquez supports Arizona families as a Family Support Specialist at Encircle Families.
June 29, 2026
Opening Doors to Employment
Work is possible with the right support Arizona is an Employment First state. This promotes the idea that employment is a possibility for everyone, including…
June 16, 2026
A Message to Families and Our Community
By now, many families have likely heard the news about today’s major announcement involving special education. The U.S. Department of Education has announced an interagency…
May 11, 2026
Lumina: An Evening Where Art, Community and Purpose Come Together
On Saturday, June 6, Encircle Families invites you to experience something new: Lumina, an art-filled evening created to shine a light on the strength of…
April 28, 2026
Why Are Autism Diagnoses Increasing?
A recent expert discussion in JAMA takes a closer look at the rise in autism diagnoses and helps put the numbers into context. Here’s what…
April 14, 2026
Celebrating a Meaningful Partnership
DDD recently highlighted our shared work and the importance of collaboration in helping individuals with developmental disabilities live full and meaningful lives. We couldn’t agree…
March 31, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Marysol Vazquez
With both professional expertise and personal experience, Marysol Vazquez supports Arizona families as a Family Support Specialist at Encircle Families.
March 31, 2026
A New School, A New Start
Kim and her family live in the East Valley, where their neighborhood school recently underwent changes that affected where students would attend. The school her…
March 31, 2026
When Your Child’s School Shuts Its Doors
If your child’s school is closing, there are steps you can take to help make the transition smoother.