Occupational Therapy
The Difference Between School & Clinic-Based Occupational Therapy Supports Understanding the role of Occupational Therapy (OT) in school and in the clinic setting can be an important distinction when advocating…
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!
Advocating with Legislators
Advocating with Your Legislators The legislature is in session from January 18 to March 4, 2022. During that time they will discuss a large number of issues, many of which…
Birth Defects Prevention Month
Raising Awareness: Birth Defects Prevention Month January is Birth Defects Prevention month and according to the CDC, birth defects affect 1 in every 33 babies in the US. This statistic…
Finding Career Interests
Finding Career Interests Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) for students with disabilities Pre-ETS are the earliest set of services available to students with disabilities who may be eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation…
Building Resiliency
Building Resiliency Teaching our children that they have some control over their lives is important for emotional wellness. Our world is full of uncertainties, but giving your child the skill…
Daily Living Skills
What Are Daily Living Skills? Daily Living Skills Are: A wide range of personal and self-care activities we use at home, in the community, school, and work…
Holiday Self-Care
Holiday Self-Care With the busy holiday season, parents often forget to take care of themselves. Self-care is important to keep you healthy, so you can continue to care for others.…
Divorce and Special Education
Divorce and Special Education Co-parenting responsibilities apply to all types of parents, married or not, and not all parents share the same ideas about what is best for their child.…
Preventing Holiday Stress
Preventing Holiday Stress Are you, or a member of your family, highly susceptible to stress and feeling overwhelmed during the holiday season? As parents of children with disabilities, we are…
Holiday Planning Guide
Holiday Planning Guide Keep these links close by as you plan your holiday season activities around the state with friends and family. They have covered it all from tree farms,…
Organizational Apps
Organizational Apps Everyone can benefit from learning the skill of organization. Organizing can help students learn how to prioritize activities, set and achieve goals, and can also reduce stress and…
Community Event
A Special Complimentary Show of The Music Man Each year, Northridge High School’s drama production has a dedicated evening called “Brandon’s Night” in honor of Brandon, who is the nephew…