United Cerebral Palsy Association of Central Arizona, Inc. (UCP of Central Arizona)

UCP of Central Arizona provides comprehensive services to individuals with disabilities and their families by providing physical and developmental support as well as educational growth which is the foundation for independent living.

At United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona (UCP), our name does not tell our entire story. We serve people with cerebral palsy, but we also have compassionate experts who have experience helping children and adults with a wide array of disabilities. Though the scope of our work has changed over the years, our vision remains the same, to help people with disabilities reach their full potential and improve their quality of life and their families. Each unique program at UCP provides the highest quality of care in all stages of life.

Since 1952, we have served as one of the oldest private, non-profit health and human service organizations in Arizona. Every year we impact the life of over 700 people with disabilities in the community. Our work is reflected by the improved life experiences of each person we touch, presently and for generations to come. Our efforts are guided by the belief that each person has potential gifts and talents to be unlocked. We invite you to contact us if your loved one is experiencing a disability.

Testimonials

"The thing our family loves most is the feeling of community at UCP, both every day and at special events that our whole family can participate in." Amy and Keith, Steven's parents.

"UCP means that my daughter gets individualized assistance to help her become the wonderful girl she is, and as parents, we will not have to tell her she 'can't' do things. UCP has opened the world up to her!" - Jason, Isabella's father

"it's such a great feeling to see your child interact with other kids that may also need extra help in some areas and it's great that he is able to participate in activities with confidence." - Gina, Erick's mom

"UCP has given Courtney an opportunity to build lifelong friendships and be an active participant in our community. With the support of the caring staff at UCP, we know that Courtney is surrounded by people who love and care about her. As parents, we could not ask for more for our daughter." - Nancy and Chuck, Courtney's parents

"Our son and daughter weren't expected to survive, and if they did, were expected not to have any measurable quality of life. Today, they are moving, growing, using higher levels of brain function and living a very happy life. The geneticist actually said that she now expects them to have a normal life span. Their story goes to show that with love, hope, and quality services, children with disabilities can live a life without limits." - Lori and Marcia, Madison and Apollo's moms

"One day her caseworker suggested I check out United Cerebral Palsy. The first thing I asked was, 'Would they take my daughter although she was Autistic?' I took a tour and was amazed by the diversity of kids they accepted -- all types of disabilities including autism. What impacted me the most was the care they had for the children. I decided right then, this is what I was looking for." - Samantha, Kassi's mom