Trish Otter President and CEO UCP of Greater Cleveland https://www.ucpcleveland.org/ Donate http://www.ucpcleveland.org/donate/donate-2/ 0:00 UCP of Greater Cleveland's mission is to empower children and adults with a wide range of developmental disabilities, to advance their independence, their productivity, and inclusion in the community. 0:11 We have about 170 employees who serve adults and children with a variety of disabilities including cerebral palsy but also many others: genetic disorders, developmental delays, traumatic brain injury, and many more. 0:24 What makes UCP of Greater Cleveland unique is the combination of our expertise and our approach. 0:30 We offer intensive therapies, we offer very individualized and tailored services based upon each person’s needs and desires, and we build upon their abilities and what they can do, and we really treat the whole person. We have a very holistic approach. 0:47 In our center of excellence for children, LeafBridge, we offer pediatric therapies, occupational, physical, and speech therapy. 0:54 To children with significant physical and intellectual disabilities, we also offer an alternative education program. 1:00 And for adults, we serve them in our center of excellence called OakLeaf, where we offer community integration and community employment services. 1:09 The pandemic has affected the agency in both operations and fundraising. We continue to serve many people, some in person, some virtually. We’ve had to cancel our in-person events this year, and that's why the Share the Love Event is especially important. 1:23 This partnership between Adventure Subaru and UCP of Greater Cleveland will tremendously help all those we serve in Northeast Ohio. #ShareTheLove #ExperienceAdventure UCP Mission Statement The mission of UCP of Greater Cleveland is to empower children and adults with disabilities to advance their independence, productivity, and inclusion in the community. Our History In 1950, UCP of Greater Cleveland was formed by a group of determined parents who saw few true opportunities for their children with cerebral palsy. During this time, it was often recommended that individuals with disabilities be placed in institutional settings rather than live with their families and be contributing members of the community. The parents that founded UCP knew that their children, and all individuals with disabilities, had a right to the most productive and inclusive life possible and joined together to make this a reality. What began as a loosely-knit group of programs consisting of a nursery school, a summer camp for children, a social-recreational program for adults, and a mother's club has evolved into an accredited, high impact, thriving organization meeting the complex health and social challenges facing children and adults with a range of disabilities. UCP today provides a continuum of services throughout Greater Cleveland ranging from pediatric therapy, family-focused case management, and education, as well as employment opportunities and community integration services for adults. Our Vision Our vision is to be the premier provider of life span services to individuals with disabilities to afford them equal opportunities in daily living, work, and community settings. Our clients will live happy, healthy, and enriched lives. Who We Serve UCP of Greater Cleveland typically serves over 1,500 children and adults every year. While the agency initially served only children with cerebral palsy, we are now a network of support for people with a wide spectrum of disabilities including but not limited to, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, spina bifida, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, genetic disorders, intellectual disability, among others. How to Get Involved Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @ucpcleveland LinkedIn: @ucp-of-greater-cleveland Refer individuals to UCP who could benefit from our services. More information can be found on our website at https://www.ucpcleveland.org/ Donate to programs that support children and adults with a wide range of disabilities at https://www.ucpcleveland.org/donate/donate-2 Due to COVID, volunteer opportunities are currently very limited. Email us at info@ucpcleveland.org to stay in touch and receive more information once our volunteer program resumes.

• published: 09 Dec 2020
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