About UCP

United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln is a nonprofit agency dedicated to providing quality services, programs and advocacy to individuals with all types of disabilities. UCP is an affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy Associations and has been accredited from the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). UCP is also a member of the United Way.

United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln provides comprehensive services to over 1,200 infants, children and adults with disabilities in 27 counties throughout Central Illinois. Services include therapies, job training and placement, assistive technology, summer camps, residential support, day services, respite, case management, and advocacy.

MISSION
UCP provides innovative strategies to connect people with disabilities to their communities.

VISION
Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities.

History

In 1968, a small group of parents of children with disabilities committed themselves to raising their children at home in a setting that encouraged growth. They were dedicated to providing their children with a quality education at a time when children with disabilities were not welcomed in the public schools. This group formed a school so their children could stay in the home setting and attend classes daily like other children. This group of loving and dedicated parents built the foundations that United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln strives to live up to everyday, maintaining that every person has a right to live to their fullest potential.