2012 Life Without Limits Lunhceon
Judge David Beck Receives Schwartz Family Community Service Award
Daytona Beach, Fla. (April 27, 2012) - UCP of East Cental Florida presented Circuit Court Judge David Beck with the Schwartz Family Community Service Award at Thursday's Life Without Limits Luncheon at the Daytona 500 Club.
Beck was honored for his service and dedication to individuals with disabilities through his work with Special Olympics for over two decades.
"To be recognized for something that has been so inspirational and rewarding to me is extremely humbling," said Beck upon receiving the award. "I believe coaching Special Olympics has been far more rewarding to me than to the athletes. I have felt inspired by the athletes so many times and I am grateful and honored to be selected for the Schwartz Family Community Service Award."
The Schwartz Family Award is named for Vance and Geraldine "Jerry" Schwartz, who opened the Work Oriented Rehabilitation Center (WORC) in 1969, now known as UCP of East Central Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Schwartz and their entire family - Dennis, Denise, Arthur and Chuck - have dedicated their lives to expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
More than 200 people attended the April 26 Life Without Limits Luncheon, presented by Bright House Networks. UCP of East Central Florida has provided services to youth and adults with disabilities since 1969. UCP provides vocational training and employment, adult basic education, support services, youth employment services, supported living and residential services to over 900 individuals each year in Volusia, Flagler and surrounding counties. For information, contact UCP, 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach, (386) 274-6474 or visit online at www.ucpecf.org.
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Students Give Back
Students give back to their community through Adopt- A-Park program
UCP’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) program has finalized an agreement with the City of Deltona’s Adopt-A-Park program. ABE students living in Deltona will be responsible for performing clean-up activities at Thornsby Park in Deltona at least once a month. The students, who have already been to the accessible park for a tour are eager to get started giving back to their community through this new partnership with the City of Deltona. Thornsby Park is located at 110 Providence Blvd., Deltona FL 32725 if you are ever in Deltona and would like to visit the park.
Travis
This article about Travis, a UCP of East Central Florida participant, ran in the e article on Travis ran in the September 21, 2011 Dayton Beach News-Journal on the front page of local section.
UCP Recognizes Employers of people with disabilities
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UCP of East Central Florida Recognizes Employers
DAYTONA BEACH, FL (Oct. 20, 2011) - UCP of East Central Florida was joined by other members of the Volusia County Transition Team recently to recognize local businesses that employ individuals with disabilities. The Employer Recognition event was held October 12 at the Mori Hosseini Center at Daytona State College in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness month.
Among the employers recognized were the Daytona Beach Police department and Publix Supermarkets.
Susan Rippe, of Port Orange, and Harry McMillian, a student at Atlantic High School, were recognized for successfully completing mentorship programs to prepare them for employment. Rippe was mentored by staff at UCP and McMillian was mentored by staff at the Marine Science Center.
"October is Disabilities Employment Month, the perfect time to say thank you to local businesses that actively hire, mentor and support youth and adults with disabilties," said Craig Byrd, president of UCP. "With a job comes the ability to live a more independent life and contribute to the community, which UCP's participants want and deserve."
More than 30 business representatives attended the event to learn more about supporting individuals with disabilities in the workplace. The Volusia County Transition Team thanks Bonefish Grill and Daytona State College for support of the event.
The Volusia County Transition Team is an interagency cooperative whose goal is to improve career opportunities and successful transition to employment for youth and adults with disabilities. UCP provides support such as resume writing, interview skills training and assistance with job placement to match participants' skills and interests. In 2010, UCP increased the number of participants hired in the community by 16 percent over the previous year.
ABOUT UCP:
UCP of East Central Florida has provided services to youth and adults with disabilities since 1969. UCP provides vocational training, support services, youth employment services and supported living services to over 900 individuals each year in Volusia, Flagler and surrounding counties. For information, contact UCP, 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach, (386) 274-6474 or visit online at www.ucpecf.org.
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AT&T Holiday Celebration
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Photo cutline: (ATTCheck-2.jpg) UCP President and CEO Craig Bird (center) and UCP Board Chair Liz Francati (far right) accept a generous donation from the AT&T Pioneers.
Photo cutline: (ATT1138.jpg) Members of the AT&T Pioneers are joined by Santa in serving a holiday meal to the clients and staff of United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida.
AT&T Pioneers Serve Up Holiday Celebration and $1,000
to Individuals with Disabilities
Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dec. 22, 2011) -- On December 14, the clients of United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida (UCP) enjoyed their annual holiday party with support from the AT&T Pioneers. The Pioneers, AT&T employees and retirees who volunteer to serve the local community, served up barbecue to UCP participants, staff and residents of the assisted living facility as part of AT&T's annual tradition. AT&T also presented a special gift to UCP - a $1,000 donation to purchase needed items for the UCP facility.
About AT&T Pioneers: The AT&T Pioneers are a group of AT&T employees and retirees that volunteer to serve the local community. http://www.attpioneervolunteers.org/__HomeRegion/HomeRegion.html
ABOUT UCP:
UCP of East Central Florida has provided services to youth and adults with disabilities since 1969. UCP provides vocational training, support services, youth employment services and supported living services to over 900 individuals each year in Volusia, Flagler and surrounding counties. For information, contact UCP, 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach, (386) 274-6474 or visit online at www.ucpecf.org.
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Black History Month Celebration
A photo opportunity for Wednesday, Feb. 29
The participants of United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida will usher out February with a celebration of Black History month.
WHEN: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29
WHERE: UCP of East Central Florida, 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach
About : Participants at UCP of East Central Florida will attend a celebration barbecue in recognition of Black History month. Speaking on the occasion will be Craig Byrd, president of UCP, and UCP staff. Games and historical information will be shared. The public is invited to attend.
ABOUT UCP:
UCP of East Central Florida has provided services to youth and adults with disabilities since 1969. UCP provides vocational training, support services, youth employment services and supported living services to over 900 individuals each year in Volusia, Flagler and surrounding counties. For information, contact UCP, 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach, (386) 274-6474 or visit online at www.ucpecf.org.
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Contacts: Georgeann Luxion, UCP, 386- 523-1398,
