Welcome to the UPC Parent Press! Each month you will find carefully crafted information and resources on a variety of disability topics guaranteed to help you and your family navigate community resources, advocacy and much more. See what we are working on this month!
Low Self-Esteem and Impact on Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities may face many struggles including feeling confident in educational settings and social situations. By recognizing and helping students with…
What Siblings of Those with Disabilities Face at Home It’s not uncommon for siblings of individuals with disabilities to feel like they’re alone in their experiences. If your neurotypical or…
My Future, My Voice, My Choice In our world, speaking up for what you need and believe can make a big difference. For students with disabilities, self-advocacy is not only…
Start the New Year with Resources to Support Decision Making The UPC offers these valuable tools to help families navigate important decisions: 1. The Choices Booklet: Purpose: Helps caregivers understand…
Talking About Sexuality and Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities It’s important to acknowledge that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) have their own thoughts and feelings about…
Turning Caregiver Skills into a Profession Navigating the journey of caring for a loved one with a disability can provide many opportunities to grow in areas that can benefit others.…
Goal Setting for Children with Disabilities Supporting your child with a disability in setting goals for the New Year is a meaningful way to foster their growth, build their confidence,…
IEP Prep Guide: Preschool to Kindergarten When students with disabilities move from Early Childhood Special Education services into kindergarten, it’s an exciting and significant transition. Planning with your child’s Individualized…
Sibling Supports this Holiday Season Many families are gearing up for celebrations, traditions, and cherished time together as the holiday season approaches. However, for families with complex dynamics—particularly those involving…
Autism Research Project “SPARK” What is SPARK? The SPARK for Autism Study is an ongoing and free research project in which families can participate. It is one of the largest…
Animated Stories Supporting Teen Mental Health My Life is Worth Living shares five powerful stories across 20 animated episodes, following relatable teens as they face familiar challenges and learn strategies…
School Attendance Problems Understanding School Attendance Problems (SAPs) According to the U.S. Department of Education (2022), approximately 27% of all Utah students are chronically absent from school and students with…