For many children, the transition into the 2021-22 school year may lead to emotions that are more intense than usual – eagerness, nervousness, and anxiety. Encompass Behavioral Health Manager Megan Walsh and parents share their perspectives and experiences on how parents and caregivers can support their children and each other, and how communities can help […]
We were thrilled to share all that we do at Encompass with radio station 100.7 TheWolf and its sister stations recently. We invite you to listen to our own Lisa Yamasaki, Director of Development, as she shares about our mission and programs. Click on the ‘play’ arrow below to listen to the interview.
Kids and sleep – an age-old challenge for so many parents! Encompass pediatric therapists Missy Budworth, MS, CCC-SLP, and Kim Hall, MS, OTR/L, share invaluable tips for parents and caregivers to help promote healthy sleep habits. Resources: Healthy Sleep Habits: How Many Hours Does Your Child Need? Common Myths About Baby Sleep Challenges Encompass Information […]
What is Torticollis? Torticollis is caused by a tight neck muscle which causes abnormal head positioning. If your baby has torticollis, you may notice him or her only looking to one side or having his or her head tilted towards one shoulder. If your baby has torticollis, you may also notice a flat spot on […]
There are many reasons why fathers and other male role models are important to a child’s development. We’ll be hearing just a few from men that have played a lot of different roles in children’s lives, including fathers, grandfathers, coaches, and scout leaders; and we’ll be hearing these voices in both English and Spanish. Hay […]
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre simpatía y empatía? ¿Por qué es importante enseñar a los niños la empatía para su desarrollo? La consejera bilingüe certificada de Encompass, Rocio Collado, brinda valiosos consejos e información, y dos padres comparten sus puntos de vista. *La conversación de los padres es una traducción de una grabación anterior. Recursos: […]
