Books are an effective way to start the conversation around diversity and racism and can help teach children about the work of Martin Luther King Junior. Here is a list of some of our favorite books for preschool and elementary-aged children. Reading intro: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is the day we celebrate the birthday […]
Mindfulness – we hear a lot about it these days. What is mindfulness and how can we apply the ideas to parenting? Encompass Speech-Language Pathologist Kim Kanzler, and Encompass Bilingual Certified Counselor Rocio Collado recently completed training to facilitate mindfulness classes and join us to share their insights. We’ll also hear from two parents who […]
We’ve all experienced feelings of stress, anger, apprehension, jealousy, and much more, especially during the past months of the Pandemic. For parents, these feelings can be magnified when navigating the complexities of raising a child. Practicing mindfulness can be a powerful tool in coping with these intense emotions. Like many of us, in mid-winter of […]
Most families have experienced disappointments and challenges, and with the continuing COVID19 health crisis, the school year and holiday season are likely very different than what was planned and expected. Two parents share how they’re handling the situation with their families, and two Behavioral Health experts from Encompass offer great tips on promoting resiliency in […]
Parents are very aware of the many products available that are promoted as helping to make parenting easier – such as activity centers and things to help babies sleep better. Developmental Pediatrician and Encompass Medical Director, Dr. Dan Tolson, and Encompass Pediatric Therapist, Kim Hall, share their expertise and insights on what parents should consider […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 11/16 North Bend, WA – On November 7th, the Encompass Autumn Gala, The Power of Us, took place in a new venue – YouTube. A record 500 people came together not in a ballroom, but in the comfort of their own homes to raise funds for support of Encompass programs for children […]
