Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids)
Child & Family Services in Phoenix, Arizona. Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for Arizona. Federally funded under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). Provides families of children with disabilities (birth through age 26) with information, training, and support to navigate the special education system. Services include one-on-one
Phone: (602) 242-4366
Address: 5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204, Phoenix, Arizona, 85034-2005
Website: https://encirclefamilies.org/
Languages: English; Spanish (and additional languages vary by site)
Services offered: IEP and 504 plan support, special education advocacy training, parent rights under IDEA and Section 504, transition planning (school to adult services), dispute resolution (mediation, due process), information & referral on disability services, workshops and trainings for parents, one-on-one consultation, secondary transition planning, school discipline rights for students with IEPs/504s, bilingual outreach (varies by center)
Ages served: Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families
Good to know: Federally funded parent center listed in the CPIR/parentcenterhub.org national directory (verified live April 2026, HTTP 200, non-parked). Designation: PTI. Toll-free: (800) 237-3007. Statewide PTI for Arizona; serves families of children with disabilities and special health care needs from birth to age 26. Offices in Phoenix, Tucson, and Yuma. Verified live April 2026 (HTTP 200, real Encircle Fam
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Frequently asked questions about Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids)
How do I contact Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids)?
You can call Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) at (602) 242-4366 or visit 5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204 in Phoenix, Arizona. Their website is https://encirclefamilies.org/.
What services does Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) offer?
Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) offers IEP and 504 plan support, special education advocacy training, parent rights under IDEA and Section 504, transition planning (school to adult services), dispute resolution (mediation, due process), information & referral on disability services, workshops and trainings for parents, one-on-one consultation, secondary transition planning, school discipline rights for students with IEPs/504s, bilingual outreach (varies by center). Serves Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families. Parent Training and Inform
Are services at Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) at (602) 242-4366 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) support?
Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) reports providing services in: English; Spanish (and additional languages vary by site). If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids)?
Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) reports serving Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (602) 242-4366 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.