Celebrating Disability & Inclusion Every March, we come together to celebrate Disability Awareness Month, a time to recognize and honor the diverse abilities and contributions of people with disabilities.…
Infant & Pediatric Hearing Assessments After a child has failed the hearing screening process and completed cytomegalovirus (CMV) testing*, a caregiver may have many questions. The next step is…
Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Foster Care The rate of youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities in foster care has increased substantially since 2016. These youth face…
Raising Awareness of Developmental Disabilities Every year in March, we celebrate National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This month is a time to learn more about developmental disabilities. It is…
Newborn Screening & Congenital Cytomegalovirus Language and communication development starts at birth. In order for language and communication access to be provided, hearing loss must be identified early in…
Disability Resource Directory Having a family member with a disability can often feel lonely and overwhelming. Finding the right resources can be a game-changer! The UPC’s Disability Resource Directory…
Understanding Anxiety Disorders in Children Anxiety disorders can bring about extreme feelings of fear and worry, affecting not only the mood and sleep patterns of children, but also influencing…
College Options and More for Individuals with Disabilities There are thousands of colleges and universities across the United States. Each is unique, but all public schools have something in…
Disability Advocacy: Give a Voice Disability advocacy gives a voice for those advocating for inclusivity and equality for ourselves and our loved ones with a disability. In Utah, advocacy…
Empowering Individuals with Disabilities In Utah, Medicaid waivers play a crucial role in providing essential support and services to individuals with disabilities, allowing them to live more independently and…
What is Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Hearing loss is one of the most common birth conditions, occurring in 1 in every 500 newborns. The first months and years…
Indoor Activities During Winter Months Utah winters can be cold, dark, and with the inversion, quite dreary. Now that the holiday festivities are over, keeping a positive, energy filled…