United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island

About

UCP of Long Island's mission is to provide life skills training, education, advocacy, meaningful employment and a place to call home for students with a wide range of disabilities. Over 65 percent of the individuals we serve today have disabilities other than cerebral palsy. Additionally, UCPLI has The Partners for Transition program. It is a grant-funded program that offers free services to individuals, families, and organizations regarding obtaining OPWDD services. We provide free vocational evaluations and service coordination to help people become prepared and to provide support throughout the OPWDD application process; from beginning to end, regardless of which part of the process you are in. We also provide free educational presentations and workshops regarding OPWDD applications and its benefits

Services Provided

Employment

• Paid employment (e.g., competitive integrated employment)
• Work experience (e.g., volunteer, intern, apprentice, employment training programs)
• Skill development (e.g., technology, employability skills, pre-employment)
• Career development (e.g., career counseling, job club, mentor)
• On-the-job training and support (e.g., job coach, assistive technology, supported employment)

Independent/Community Living

• Housing/Residential services (e.g., apartment, low-income housing)
• Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living)
• Daily living skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, budgeting)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)
• Home modifications (e.g., ramps, environmental control)
• Financial assistance (e.g., public assistance, financial literacy)
• Transportation (e.g., public transportation, driving instruction, vehicle modification)
• Food security (e.g., food pantries)

Healthcare

• Health specialists serving youth with disabilities (e.g., developmental pediatrician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, behavioral support)
• Mental health (e.g., crisis, clinics, social work)

Family Supports

• Educational resources for families
• Evaluations (e.g., psychological, neurological, assistive technology, developmental)
• Respite services

Education/Training

• Preschool/early childhood programs
• Vocational training programs
• School-age programs

Other Services

• Assistive Technology

Supported Age Ranges

• Early childhood (0-5)
• School age (5-18)
• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• SUFFOLK
• NASSAU