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More About Our Upcoming Book Discussion

9/28/2021

As you may know, we’re hosting a discussion with the author of a new book, who just happens to be one of the moms in UCP’s Family Support Department!

The event will be held on October 7th at 7pm.

Lenore Eklund is the mother of Charlee, who is about to turn five years old. You may have met Lenore at UCP’s GAB Support Group (Gimme A Break) or at a UCP Family Support event.

Charlee was born early, and spent 48 days in the NICU (2 months total in the hospital, following a premature discharge). Those days in the NICU, as you might imagine, were very difficult, and Lenore found herself dealing with some of the trauma through writing and art.

First, Lenore published a short story in Mutha Magazine in 2018. Then, Lenore found herself writing a 186-page book about her experience.

And, circa last month, the book has been published! It’s called “Release: A NICU Fairytale.” Here’s the description:

“Once upon a time, expecting parents planned the birth of their daughter just like every other family. However, circumstances unforeseen around the child’s health led to a birth unimagined. The reality felt unbelievable. The only way to understand what happened is through fairytale. A spell casted on the baby girl kept the child locked away in the hospital’s NICU with a troupe of kaleidoscopic characters. All the first time parents can do is hope they make the right decisions to break the spell and bring their baby girl home. Release is a tale of strife, endurance, and ultimately love.”

At the upcoming event, Lenore will be talking about the book, and the process of dealing with NICU trauma at our event. Register here.

Book Discussion: Overcoming NICU Trauma Through Art

9/24/2021

Hey, guess what! One of the moms in our Family Support Department, Lenore Eklund, recently published a book! Way to go, Lenore!

We hope you'll join us in celebrating Lenore and her book, during a virtual event on October 7th.

Lenore will give us a virtual tour of her book, "Release: A NICU Fairytale." She'll also be discussing how to process NICU trauma through art.

This is a free event (held online via Zoom), but you must RSVP to participate.

PS: All participants will have the chance to win a free copy of the book!

Go to the Event Page

Happy Direct Support Professionals Week

9/15/2021

Did you know that this week is “Direct Support Professionals” Recognition Week?

Direct Support Professionals (DSP’s) work directly with our customers, and are the heart and soul of everything we do.

Currently, UCP employs around 120 DSP’s in a variety of roles. DSP’s work one-on-one with customers at home, on the job, and out in the community, ensuring that each customer has an independent and fulfilling life.

Thank you, DSP’s, for all that you do!

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Book Discussion: Overcoming NICU Trauma Through Art

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