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UCPCC was founded in 1954 by a group of community volunteers and parents of persons with cerebral palsy. We began with one program that served 15 children with cerebral palsy in a small building on the corner of Abby and Divisadero in downtown Fresno.
We have grown to serve over 1,100 children and adults with a broad range of disabilities, including cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, autism, traumatic brain injuries and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. We offer 9 multi-disciplinary programs in 6 Central California Counties, each designed to fulfill our mission of advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with disabilities.
We are an affiliate of UCP National.
Our
Mission
To advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of persons with disabilities
Our
Vision
We will not waiver in our commitment to understanding disabilities and creating opportunities
Our
Values
We strive for the inclusion of persons with disabilities into the larger community.
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INCLUSION
INCLUSION
HELPING EVERYONE MEET THEIR FULL POTENTIAL UCPCC
Provides programs for more than 1,100 children and adults with a broad range of disabilities including:
• Cerebral palsy
• Down syndrome
• Autism
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Other intellectual and developmental disabilities
WENDY WAGONER“I remember when I first brought Colby to UCP … and I remember walking him in …thinking this is where Colby needs to be… I could tell immediately …but I could also tell that Colby was different than most of the other people here.”
SON: COLBY WAGONER
5 YEAR STUDENT
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COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY
THIS ISN’T JUST ABOUT A BUILDING
IT’S ABOUT A COMMUNITYUCPCC brings students together for activities outside of the home. This integral daily interaction prepares them for life outside our doors, and we seek to engage the larger community by creating a communal space for all to enjoy.
WEST FAMILY“It was our daughter Karen who is a special ed teacher who introduced us to UCP while she was trying to find a community of adults with similar challenges as my daughter Lori Ann. Now, 35 plus years later, it’s not just ‘Lori Ann’s go-to’ place,’ its become an extension of the entire West Family!”
DAUGHTER: LORI ANN
35 YEAR STUDENT
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GROWTH
GROWTH
HELPING EVERYONE MEET THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
Expanding our space means expanding our programs and services to help even more individuals and families, as well as hosting larger community events. In order to grow and reach our potential, we need a campus that has the space to give our students access to the increased programs they deserve.
VICTOR PEREZ“I’ve been with UCP for over 23 years, and I’m still thrilled every time I help a parent or family make a new connection or we develop a new plan or strategy to help their child reach another milestone in their development.”
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER COORDINATOR
23 YEARS
Meet Our Team
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Thank you!
To our wonderful community partners! With your support, UCP Central California can continue to provide life-enhancing services for our community.
TITLE VI
The Board of Directors of United Cerebral Palsy Association of Central California, Inc. (UCPCC) and its Leadership Team wish to express that one of our highest priorities in the area of operating federally-funded programs that adheres to UCPCC’s Policy on Nondiscrimination. This priority assures that the administration of UCPCC and federally-funded programs administered by UCPCC, operate with the common goal of providing equal opportunity to federally-funded staff and participants.
Volunteer OppOrtunitIes
Get involved. Make a difference.
Your help provides support for both children and adults with disabilities and
their families. Volunteering at events is a valuable and fun way to use your talents to support UCPCC.
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