Raising Special Kids
Arizona's Parent Training and Information Centre, free in English and Spanish, now operating as Encircle Families.
The practical details
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What this is, in plain language
Free parent training and information services, parent-to-parent support, IEP and special education consultation, and family transition navigation in English and Spanish.
Getting started
Phone or email to connect with parent mentors or arrange consultation.
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What they say about themselves
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- The organisation (operating as Encircle Families since a recent transition) provides support and information at no cost for parents of children from birth to age 26 with disabilities.
- Services are provided in English and Spanish.
- Parent-to-parent connections pair families with a trained parent mentor who has a child with a similar diagnosis.
- Special education services include IEP and 504 consultation for families, transition planning, and training for schools and professionals.
Details checked againstthe provider's website on 2026-08-16. Confirm current availability directly.
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- Yes:Says its services are free to families
- Yes:Offers help in Spanish
- Yes:Names the local area it covers
- Yes:Describes help with school and special education rights
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