Daytona Beach, FL (Feb. 13, 2012) - United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida is now accepting nominations for the Schwartz Family Community Service Award. The 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. The deadline to submit nominations is April 6, 2012. The award, which will be presented at UCP's Life Without Limits luncheon April 26, recognizes an individual who has demonstrated a commitment and dedication to assisting people with disabilities.

Parker Mynchenberg was the 2011 recipient. Mynchenberg was recognized for his 28 years of service to UCP, his role as the organizer for the UCP Golf Tournament fundraiser, board member and advocate for individuals with disabilities.

 

Nomination packets are availble to download online at http://www.ucpecf.org or by contacting Georgeann Luxion, UCP director of relationships and development, at (386)523-1398.

 

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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