*Many of our services have changed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), please refer to our COVID-19 Updates Page<\/a> for the status of the services we are currently providing. Thank you for your understanding.<\/p>\n No! Encompass is here for ALL children and families in the areas that we serve. While we do have some programs that cater to a specific audience, we offer a number of programs open to anyone who is interested.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Early Learning Center hours are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Pediatric Therapy Clinic hours are 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday. Our Carnation Preschool does not have public open hours.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> No, we are not a child care center. We offer half- and full-day preschool classes<\/a> for children ages 2-5.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Our primary audience is children ages 0-8 and their families, but we do offer a few programs and opportunities for older children. Try using our Services Locator Tool to see what programs are available for you or your children.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Early Learning<\/strong> Pediatric Therapy<\/strong> Family Enrichment<\/strong> Administrative<\/strong> Click on the \u201cMake a Payment\u201d button at the top of this page, call 425.888.3347 to pay over the phone, or mail a check to 1407 Boalch Ave. NW, North Bend, WA 98045.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Please call 425.888.3347.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Some programs, such as ECEAP Preschool<\/a> and ParentChild+<\/a>, are free to income-qualifying families. Visit the pages of those individual programs for more information about eligibility.<\/p>\n For other programs, scholarships may be available. Please contact the program manager for scholarship information.<\/p>\n Our Pediatric Therapy programs accept most insurance plans and provide a discount for cash clients.<\/p>\n If you need help making payment arrangements, please give us a call and we can work with you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, and checks. We accept cash for in-person payments only; please do not send cash in the mail.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n Registration for all Early Learning and Family Enrichment programs is done through our online registration software, Campsite<\/a>. To enroll in Pediatric Therapy, please contact our Family Engagement Team at 425.888.3347 or info@encompassnw.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n No, unfortunately we do not provide before or after care for our preschool classes. Students must be dropped off at the start of school and picked up at the end of their school day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Our preschool is for everyone! While we do offer a certain number of free preschool slots for income-qualifying families through Washington’s ECEAP program<\/a>, we also offer tuition-paying slots open to anyone.<\/p>\n Our curriculum is designed for typically-developing children, but depending on your child’s needs, we may be able to make suitable accommodations for him or her. Our Pediatric Therapy staff is sometimes able to work with preschool students at our Early Learning Center as part of the child’s therapy program. The best way to see if Encompass preschool is right for your child is to contact Early Learning Programs Manager Lisa Hart<\/a>.<\/p>\n Please visit our Preschool<\/a> page for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> All children benefit from attending preschool. However, children are ready for preschool at different ages. When deciding if your child is ready for preschool, important factors to consider are things like their daily routine and their level of comfort being away from you. At Encompass, we offer preschool<\/a> beginning at age two-and-a-half, and we have a range of half-day and full-day options so that you can choose a class that will work best for your child’s needs.<\/p>\n We have a great option for “test driving” the Encompass preschool experience if you’re not sure if your child is ready: Toddler Groups<\/a> are weekly sessions for caregivers and children that model some of the activities that children can expect in preschool classes: circle time, project time, and free play.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Our Lead Teachers have degrees in teaching and\/or Early Childhood Education, and our Assistant Teachers have Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials, degrees, and\/or are taking classes toward their degrees.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Our daily preschool schedule offers a variety of activities for children, including circle time, project time, free play time, meal time, hygiene time, and clean up time.<\/p>\n To view the detailed daily schedule for half-day and full-day preschool, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> No, unfortunately we do not have the resources to allow families to drop their children off early.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n Toddler Group includes many of the activities that children do in our preschool classes: circle time, project time, snack time, and free play time inside and outside. The only difference is that parents\/caregivers must stay and participate in Toddler Group with their children.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Parents should expect to be active participants in Toddler Group with their children. Participants will make connections with peers, get answers to questions, and have 2 hours of time to \u201cplay\u201d with their children through activities facilitated by Encompass staff.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes. Toddler Groups are designed for caregivers and children to attend together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n While both programs involve home visits from Encompass staff, ParentChild+<\/a> focuses on early literacy and school-readiness, and Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)<\/a> addresses developmental delays.<\/p>\n Eligibility for ParentChild+ is determined by income, while ESIT is for all children under the age of three that have a qualifying developmental delay, regardless of income. To learn more about these programs, visit their individual pages.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n Please call our Patient Care Coordinator at 425.888.3347 ext 2311 to begin the intake process. You can self-refer to our services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Encompass accepts most insurance plans and provides a Time Of Service cash rate for those families that do not have or do not wish to bill insurance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes, we take most all insurance plans. We are not covered under Kaiser HMO plans. Please contact your insurance provider regarding coverage of therapy services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes, we take Medicaid.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Children birth to 3 years are seen in our Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) program. Children ages 3-11 years may be seen for services at our Pediatric Therapy Clinic location or in participating local educational environments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes, in that we use play as a way to enhance a child\u2019s learning. Many activities in a therapy session may look and feel like play to the child, but every activity is carefully selected as part of the child’s therapy program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> No, we do not provide services on the weekends.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes, we offer feeding therapy. We have both occupational therapists as well as speech therapists that are trained in this area. Visit our Feeding Therapy<\/a> page to learn more about this service.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> You are always welcome to attend sessions with your child but it is not required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n The initial evaluation is at no cost to you; we bill your public or private insurance with your permission. Federal funds cover the out-of-pocket cost for the evaluation or any appointment in which you are planning services.<\/p>\n Ongoing therapy appointments are billed to insurance with your permission, and you are responsible for any deductible, co-pay or co-insurance. If you decline billing insurance, then a fee is assessed.<\/p>\n If the cost of services presents a financial hardship for your family, there are limited scholarship funds available for ESIT services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> While both programs involve home visits from Encompass staff, ParentChild+<\/a> focuses on early literacy and school-readiness, and Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)<\/a>\u00a0addresses developmental delays.<\/p>\n Eligibility for ParentChild+ is determined by income, while ESIT is for all children under the age of three that have a qualifying developmental delay, regardless of income. To learn more about these programs, visit their individual pages.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes, service providers can go to your child care center, but you will have one in-home visit each month.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Encompass ESIT contracts with Snoqualmie Valley School District, Issaquah School District, Riverview School District, and Skykomish School District to provide special education services in homes within the boundaries of these three districts.<\/p>\n If you live outside of our service area, contact WithinReach<\/a> at 1-800-322-2588 to find the ESIT provider in your area.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Prior to your child\u2019s third birthday, your Family Resource Coordinator will work with you and the transition specialist from your local school district to determine if your child is eligible for special education services after age 3. If your child is 3, or within 45 days of their 3rd<\/sup> birthday, contact your local school district’s Childfind: The earlier we address developmental concerns, the sooner we see results. Young brains are developing rapidly, giving us ample opportunity to make big differences in development. Any parent feeling concerned about behavior or development should contact their early support agency to request an initial evaluation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n Our Pediatric Therapy Clinic is located at 9050 384th Ave. SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Our therapists collaborate with other professionals who are working with your children, such as teachers and therapists, to improve quality of care. Communication typically occurs via email or phone.<\/p>\n We can observe or consult in a school or preschool environment with the permission of both the parent and the school.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> The mission at Encompass is to partner with families to build healthy foundations for children. A goal for all of our programs is to focus on providing best-in-class programming for children age 0-8. This means we are setting up our therapy spaces, training our staff, and using our resources toward children in this age range. We are happy to refer to services in our area that would better suit older children and their needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> We offer\u00a0a variety of therapies at our Pediatric Therapy Clinic:\u00a0feeding therapy<\/a>, occupational therapy<\/a>, relational skills + mental health<\/a>, and speech and language therapy<\/a>.\u00a0These therapies use a number of certified programs to address a child’s unique needs. Each therapist may be certified or trained in different therapy methods, so please ask your therapist or call us if you are seeking a specific type of therapy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Yes! We encourage parents to attend therapy sessions. Research shows that the more a family is involved in their child’s therapy, the better the child’s outcomes can be. Sometimes, there may be a reason a parent may choose not to attend the session depending on the child’s personality and the goals set for therapy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Following careful evaluation and interpretation of results, Encompass therapists may be able to provide a diagnosis within the their scope of practice. At times, they may recommend a referral to other providers for further assessment and possible diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> The Encompass medical director can diagnose Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>About Encompass<\/a><\/h3>
Are you only for low-income participants or children with special needs?<\/a><\/h4>
What are your hours?<\/a><\/h4>
Are you a child care center?<\/a><\/h4>
What ages does Encompass serve?<\/a><\/h4>
Who do I contact for...?<\/a><\/h4>
\nPreschool: earlylearning@encompassnw.org,<\/a> Early Learning 425.888.3347
\nToddler Groups and Parents’ Night Out: \u00a0425.888.3347
\nParentChild+: Lynne Creed<\/a>, ParentChild+ Program Manager, at 425.888.3347<\/p>\n
\nScheduling an evaluation and general inquiries about pediatric therapy services: \u00a0425.888.3347
\nClinic appointment scheduling:\u00a0425.888.3347<\/p>\n
\nFamily Enrichment classes and workshops: Sandra “Sam” Sinanan<\/a>, Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator, at 425.888.2777<\/p>\n
\nVolunteering: \u00a0Volunteer Program Manager, at 425.888.3347
\nDonations and fundraising: \u00a0Director of Development, at 425.888.3347
\nBilling questions:\u00a0Staff Accountant, or Melissa Boustedt<\/a>, Billing Coordinator, at 425.888.3347
\nMarketing and communications: Marketing and Communications Manager, at 425.888.3347<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nPayment<\/a><\/h3>
Where do I make a payment?<\/a><\/h4>
Where can I find out how much I owe?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you offer discounts for any of your services?<\/a><\/h4>
What methods of payment are accepted?<\/a><\/h4>
Registration<\/a><\/h3>
How do I register for a program?<\/a><\/h4>
\nEarly Learning<\/h2>\n
Preschool<\/a><\/h3>
Is there before or after care?<\/a><\/h4>
Is the preschool only for low-income students or students with special needs?<\/a><\/h4>
How do I know if my child is ready for preschool?<\/a><\/h4>
What are the teachers' qualifications?<\/a><\/h4>
What is the daily schedule?<\/a><\/h4>
Can I bring my child early for class?<\/a><\/h4>
Toddler Groups<\/a><\/h3>
What do they do in Toddler Group?<\/a><\/h4>
What can I expect?<\/a><\/h4>
Do I have to stay for Toddler Group?<\/a><\/h4>
ParentChild+<\/a><\/h3>
What is the difference between ParentChild+ and Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)?<\/a><\/h4>
General<\/a><\/h3>
How do I get my child started in therapy?<\/a><\/h4>
How much does it cost?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you take insurance? Which insurance plans do you accept?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you take Medicaid?<\/a><\/h4>
What ages of children do you see?<\/a><\/h4>
Does your program use play therapy?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you see clients on weekends?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you offer feeding therapy?<\/a><\/h4>
Do I have to attend every session with my child?<\/a><\/h4>
\nPediatric Therapy<\/h2>\n
Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)<\/a><\/h3>
Are ESIT services free?<\/a><\/h4>
What is the difference between ESIT and ParentChild+?<\/a><\/h4>
Do you send ESIT providers to child care locations?<\/a><\/h4>
What are the boundaries of your service area for ESIT?<\/a><\/h4>
What happens when a child turns 3?<\/a><\/h4>
\nSnoqualmie Valley School District<\/a>
\nIssaquah School District<\/a>
\nRiverview School District<\/a>
\nSkykomish School District<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>Why would a baby need therapy?<\/a><\/h4>
Clinic Therapy Services<\/a><\/h3>
Where is the Pediatric Therapy Clinic located?<\/a><\/h4>
Can you consult\/observe in a school setting?<\/a><\/h4>
Why don't you see older children?<\/a><\/h4>
What different kinds of therapy do you offer?<\/a><\/h4>
Can parents be part of their child's therapy session in the clinic?<\/a><\/h4>
Can you make a diagnosis for my child after you evaluate him\/her?<\/a><\/h4>
Can you make an Autism diagnosis for my child after an evaluation? <\/a><\/h4>
If my child receives therapy, will this harm him\/her in the future as a negative label when they enter school?<\/a><\/h4>