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Empowering Families: The Power of Caregiver Coaching

October 29, 2026  |  Early Support  |  By Encompass

What’s the first thing you say to your kids when they get home from school? If youโ€™re like many of us, it often starts with a question. In our latest Radio Encompass Podcast, Encompass Developmental Specialist Sally Rasmussen shares why this might not be our best strategy, no matter the childโ€™s age or how harmless […]

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Your Child’s Most Important Teacher is You

October 27, 2026  |  Early Support  |  By Tara Brinker-Cullen

When you first hear about Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT), you might imagine a therapist or developmental specialist working directly with your child during weekly home visits. While those interactions are certainly important, the most effective tool in early supports might surprise you: caregiver coaching. At Encompass, we believe that caregivers are their […]

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Radio Encompass Podcast: Growing With Community

September 21, 2026  |  Community  |  By Encompass

As we head into the 60th episode of our Radio Encompass podcast, we are also celebrating 60 years of Encompass in our community. To commemorate this milestone, our host, Caley George, chats with someone who has poured years of passion and leadership into Encompass โ€“ Nancy Whitaker. Nancy started as a parent seeking support for […]

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Your Encompass Story: The Soliday Family

September 15, 2026  |  Community  |  By Encompass

As we celebrate 60 years of Encompass, weโ€™re inviting our community to โ€œShare Your Encompass Story.โ€ Weโ€™re excited to share the first story in this series as we go back 20 years to when the Soliday family began their journey with Encompass. Robin Soliday shares their story and connects how their children’s early experiences shaped […]

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Radio Encompass Podcast: Parenting in Your Unique Family

August 27, 2026  |  Parenting  |  By Encompass

When we look at modern family life, itโ€™s clear that conventional templates rarely fit. Not only does every household have its own rhythm, its own distinct hurdles, and its own unique strengths, but every person in that household also has their own set of preferences and needs. In this episode of the Radio Encompass Podcast, […]

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$60 for 60: Be Part of the Next Chapter

August 12, 2026  |  Community  |  By Encompass

For 60 years, Encompass has been a trusted partner for children and families in the Snoqualmie Valley. As we celebrate our anniversary, we are reflecting on the impact our community has made possible. Over six decades, Encompass has expanded services to meet changing needs, supported thousands of children through critical developmental milestones, and stood alongside […]

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