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!
Building Resilience Children with disabilities need resilience to bounce back from setbacks and face challenges with strength and determination. Building resilience helps your child become better equipped to navigate obstacles […]
When a student has frequent migraines, the challenges extend far beyond the pain itself. June is Migraine Awareness Month, a time to highlight a condition that affects more than 1 […]
En el estado de Utah, los estudiantes con discapacidades tienen varias opciones para completar la escuela secundaria, dependiendo de sus necesidades, habilidades y metas futuras. Estas opciones son determinadas principalmente […]
Junio es el Mes de Concientización sobre la Telemedicina, una oportunidad para reconocer cómo la tecnología está transformando el acceso a los servicios de salud en Utah. Para muchas familias, […]
June is recognized as Telehealth Awareness Month, a time to highlight how technology is helping individuals and families access healthcare services more easily and efficiently. In Utah, telehealth has become […]
Every June shines a light on PTSD Awareness Month, a time to understand trauma better, break down stigma, and remind individuals and families that support is available. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder […]
Last July, the Utah Parent Center had the opportunity to present to a group of teen siblings at the National Juvenile Arthritis Conference held in Salt Lake City, Utah. Through […]
Cytomegalovirus is the most common infectious cause of birth defects, yet few people know about its harmful effects. What is CMV? Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus. More than 50% […]
Sometimes trauma doesn’t end when the crisis is over. Families navigating medical challenges, disability, emergencies, or ongoing stress may experience emotional effects that linger quietly beneath the surface. During PTSD […]
What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program for children and adults with disabilities who need financial support. If your child meets the medical […]
Helping Children and Young Adults Stay Reading Ready for the Next School Year Reading is much more than an academic task. It supports language development, strengthens memory and comprehension, encourages […]
Creating Celebrations Where Every Student Belongs Prom is one of those milestone moments students look forward to all year, a night to dress up, celebrate friendships, and feel part of […]
