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What's Your Reason?

9/12/2019

 
As you may know, we've been asking people to share their stories about what UCP means to them. Here's one of those stories!

PS: YOU can share YOUR story about what UCP means to you here.


Hi, I’m Jan. My older brother, Jerry Pattee, was born with cerebral palsy. With the right supports, Jerry was able to live a wonderful and full life. He worked for various telephone companies; he married and raised two children; he bought his own home. My brother also spent the majority of his life participating in disability committees and non-profit boards (like UCP's) to build a better future for others living with disabilities.

I can truly say my entire life has been in the “world of CP”!

I have worked in UCP's Family Support Department for eleven years. My daughter, Kristen, has been the UCP Receptionist for the last three years. Three of my grandchildren volunteer at Family Support events and the Walk, Roll 'n' Run every year. Participating 
in UCP Oregon is a family affair for us. 

That’s my reason for supporting The Walk, Roll, ‘n’ Run. What's yours?
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What Is Family Support?

9/11/2019

 
By Katherine Ball, UCP's new Family Support Director

UCP's 2019 Walk Roll ‘n Run event is only a few days away!

You've probably heard that this event funds my department, Family Support. But do you know what the Family Support Department does?

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Meet Katherine

9/11/2019

 
Have you met our new UCP Family Support Director, Katherine yet? If not, make sure to watch this video--you'll learn all about her and also find out why our upcoming Walk, Roll ‘n’ Run is so important.

​Check it out!

UCP Was on 94.7... With a Llama!

9/5/2019

 
Last week, UCP was on 94.7 FM Alternative Portland. We got to play out “perfect playlist” in honor of the upcoming Walk, Roll ‘n’ Run!

The playlist was put together by UCP's own Matt Aldapa, with input from Rojo the Wonder Llama (allegedly!).
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE 2019 WRR!

WRR Volunteers Still Needed!

9/5/2019

 
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Volunteers are still needed to help us make memories for hundreds of people at the Walk, Roll ‘n’ Run! The event will be held on Saturday, September 21st.

There will be games, photos, llamas, art and more! Volunteers will also get a shirt, and access to coffee and snacks at the event.

Learn more at the event website. And email Matt below to find out how you can be a part of the 2019 WRR!
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Email Matt!

CONGRATS TO OUR 2019 EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARD WINNERS

8/22/2019

 
Congratulations to the winners of the 2019 Employee Recognition Awards! Winners received award certificates and gift cards.

PS: we'll hopefully be adding more photos of recipients as we get permission to share them.


  • Service with a Smile Award:  Mia McFadden & Kate Baker
  • Rock Solid Award:  Jarrod Nixon & Erin Garza
  • Mission Extraordinaire Award:  Stephanie Mullen & Joshua Stull
  • The Extra-Mile Award:  Jamal Robert & Marie Fernandez
  • Awesomely Fun Award:  Chelly Perez-Lopez, Michael Hurd & Mary Martin
  • Think Outside the Box Award:  Kelly Castagnola & Mariah Padilla
  • Participation Trophy Award:  Matt Aldapa & Misty Matusch
  • Jedi Master Award:  Sarah Noack & Brian Miller
  • Step Up to Lead Award:  Codi Parmelee & Emma Heyen
  • Relationship-Builder Award:  Mackenzie Snell & Jordan Hornaday
  • Thoughtful Leader Award:  Doug McKenzie & Joseph Smith
  • Comic Relief Award:  John Barrios & Beck Beach

UCP Oregon Job Fair

8/22/2019

 
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Do you know someone who's looking for a job?  Do you love UCP’s mission and culture? Do you find yourself recommending UCP to your friends and family?

​If so, you might be excited to learn that UCP is hosting its first ever UCP Oregon Job Fair on September 25th, 1 to 7:30pm!
 
UCP’s Job Fair will feature on-the-spot interviews that can lead to a job offer. We'll also be holding presentations about the perks of working at UCP and our organizational culture (at 2 and 6pm).
LEARN MORE HERE

UCP at the Brew Fest

8/21/2019

 
We would like to extend our gratitude to the over 50 volunteers who showed up to represent UCP at the Oregon Brewers Festival (July 24th-27th).

The UCP volunteers contributed hundreds of hours, working the games, dunk tank, and root beer garden; staffing various booths; handing out tokens; recycling; and pouring beer... making the festival a joyous and exciting place for all who attended.
 
The UCP volunteers were also helping UCP build a relationship with the community as a whole, and sharing our mission to advance the conversation about equality, inclusivity, and full-citizenship for people with disabilities.

We shared stories and experiences of the UCP community to over 40,000 people from all over the country and the world!

In other exciting news, we greatly exceeded our brew fest fundraising goal. We raised approximately $17,000! 
 
See more photos below.
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Sad News

8/21/2019

 
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We are sad to announce that one of UCP's Supported Living customers, Don Harris, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of August 14th at Providence Portland Hospital due to cancer and a secondary infection.

As Katie Polanshek, one of UCP's Supported Living managers writes, ​​"Don was a kind-hearted, resilient man with a zest for life and a great sense of humor. His joyful spirit was contagious and he will be missed by many."

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"THIS IS OUR VOICE" ON KBOO

8/21/2019

 
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Did you know that a UCP customer and self-advocate, John Griffiths, and UCP's Executive Director, Ann Coffey, recently were interviewed on KBOO, a local radio station?

They were there to share the story of This Is Our Voice, UCP's latest (and statewide!) advocacy program. 

Learn more about This Is Our Voice here, and make sure to listen to the broadcast, too!

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  • HOME
    • Mission & History
    • UCP'S Leadership
    • Annual Reports
    • Contact Us
  • SERVICES
    • Supported Employment >
      • For Job-Seekers
      • For Employers
      • Be "Ability Aware"
    • Brokerage
    • Supported Living
    • Children's Services
    • Family Support
    • Bill Porter Memorial Fund: For Applicants
  • CAREERS
    • Why You'll Love UCP
    • Careers FAQ
  • NEWS
  • EVENTS
    • Skate Nights
    • Gimme a Break Support Groups
    • Family Conference
    • 2019 Walk, Roll 'n' Run
    • Friends Breakfast
  • WAYS TO GIVE
    • Donate
    • Be a Corporate Partner
    • Give Parents a Break
    • Raise Money While You Shop!
    • Planned Giving
    • Start Your Own Fundraiser
    • Volunteer
    • Vehicle Donations & More
    • Bill Porter Memorial Fund: For Donors >
      • Bill Porter Honor Roll
  • #BelieveAbility
  • This is Our Voice
    • Share Your Story
    • Be a Legislative Advocate
    • Formal Complaint
  • 2019 Customer Survey
    • SURVEY FAQ