Encircle Families
News & Updates
March 13, 2023
Important Changes Coming to AHCCCS and KidsCare Eligibility
Starting April 1, 2023 Medicaid state agencies can terminate Medicaid coverage for individuals who are no longer eligible following a redetermination. For many children, it…
March 9, 2023
By and For Youth: Tools and Tips for Young Disability Self-Advocates
Attend any of the 2023 virtual workshops packed with effective tools and tips to kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills.
February 28, 2023
Good Morning, Great Cause!
Many thanks to the Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary and community for supporting Good Morning, Great Cause!
February 14, 2023
Using Your Voice to Advocate for Families
Even if you weren’t around when it first aired in 1976, you’re probably familiar with Schoolhouse Rock’s It’s Just a Bill. The helpful video explains…
February 9, 2023
RSK Position on SB 1411- Guardianship for All DDD Members
Senate Bill 1411 (SB 1411) seeks to address an issue we hear from many families: The Guardianship and Conservatorship processes are complicated to the point…
January 30, 2023
ACDL and RSK Position on HB2460
Raising Special Kids operates Arizona’s Parent Training and Information Center funded under Part D of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. On behalf of Arizona…
January 17, 2023
RSK Recognized in AZ OnTrack Initiative Report
the AZ OnTrack team worked closely with camps to enroll and support any camper who wanted to participate including providing access to resources and expert…
December 23, 2022
Building Capacity; Developing Parents’ Skills Encourages Children To Pursue Their Own Dreams
When parents demonstrate advocacy for their children with unique needs, it encourages their children to grow into advocates too and live their best lives.
December 23, 2022
A Message From the Director – Winter 2022
It is with a mix of gratitude, satisfaction and joy that we present our Winter 2022 edition of the Raising Special Kids (RSK) newsletter, Connecting.…
December 21, 2022
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Henretta
Throughout her professional life, Michelle has worked as a paraprofessional and special education teacher teaching students of all abilities. She has experience in behavior coaching…
December 14, 2022
Preventing Abuse and Neglect
Amy Silverman of KJZZ.org and her colleagues shared information about the abuse of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Arizona through a multi-episode…
September 29, 2022
Staff Spotlight: Tracey Sullivan
Tracey Sullivan first became interested in working with children with special health care needs when her nephew was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss, language delays…