Contact Information

4409 Forbes Blvd.
Lanham, Maryland 20706
Telephone: (301)459-0566
FAX: (301)459-7691
TTY: (301)459-7691
E-mail:
Web Address: http://www.netathon.org

Services Offered

Supported Employment, Family Support Services, Individual Support Services, Day Habilitation Program, Summer Programs/Camps and Vacations, Transportation, Community Supported Living Arrangements.

Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities:
Autism, Behavioral Problems, Blindness/Severe Visual Impairment, Mental Retardation, Orthopedic Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder, Head Injury, Mental Disorder, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Specific Learning Disability, Speech/Language Impairment, Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Other Neurological Impairment, and other undetermined disabilities.

Number of Individuals Currently Being Served: N/A

Ages Served: Ages 6 and beyond

Home Region of DDA: Southern

Counties Served: Montgomery County, Prince George's County

Year Established: 1954

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Mission Statement

It is the belief of the Board of Directors and staff of the United Cerebral Palsy of Prince George's and Montgomery Counties, Inc. that individuals have the right to develop emotionally, intellectually, physically, recreatively, socially, and vocationally to their fullest potential. With this in mind, the integrated growth of individuals is a main goal of UCPPGMC's programs. To help accomplish this goal an individualized plan based on observation, assessment and continuous evaluation is developed to meet the specific needs of each person. The plan is implemented through an interdisciplinary approach. The professional staff, part-time consultive staff and volunteers will coordinate their individual skills to provide integrated programs for each individual and among the entire population served. Supportive services, including transportation, are provided as necessary and within organizational capabilities to enable individuals to participate in these programs.

In addition to direct services to individuals with cerebral palsy and related disabilities, United Cerebral Palsy of Prince George's and Montgomery Counties, Inc. promotes efforts to inform the public of the nature of cerebral palsy and of the kinds of adjustments required of the individual and their family when these disabilities are present. UCPPGMC advocate the maximal adaptive and productive integration of individuals with disabilities into the normal daily encounters experienced by all citizens.

A significant majority of individuals served should be from Prince George's or Montgomery County and are referred by public and private agencies throughout the Washington Metropolitan area. No individual will be denied educational, therapeutic, or supportive services associated with an ongoing program because of monetary constraints. The Board of Directors, contracted sevices, and friends of United Cerebral Palsy of Prince George's and Montgomery Counties, Inc. provide the funds for the operation of the center and all programs.

Unique and Distinctive Qualities

Through ACCESS: A Coordinated Community Educational Social Service, adults with physical, sensory, and emotional disabilities are made aware of services in the community by community activites two days a week. There are provided opportunities to develop their abilities to function as independently as possible at home and in the community. Training in the skills for independent living is provided through classes, counseling, and experiences in the community.

Through ADVANCING CAREERS: Coordinated Employment Support Strategies, adults with physical disabilities, emotional problems and sensory disabilities are provided a variety of experiences and training which enable them to be competitively employed. These include support groups, counseling, job clubs, direct skills training on the job, and long term supports.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED LIVING ARRANGEMENTS assists individuals with disabilities to live at home in the community. For those who are eligible we provide a range of supports, including, most importantly, personal care assistants.

CREATIVE AFTERNOONS is a month long afternoon summer respite for 5-21 year old youth with severe physical disabilities and mental retardation. A variety of therapeutic, social, and recreational activities are provided.

Through FAMILY SUPPORTS, support groups meet regularly to help families understand and locate resources for their disabled family member. Workshops are provided on an irregular basis. Information and referral resources are available.

The HIGH SCHOOL/HIGH TECH (of Prince George's and Montgomery Counties) program provides exposure to high school students with disabilities in high technology careers through enrichment activities such as tours, workshops and summer employment. Students are encouraged to enter high technology careers and provided supports.

Through INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT SERVICES, adults are provided a range of support to help them live on their own or with their families in the community.

JOBS (Job Opportunities Basic Supports) program provides a range of supports and training experiences which enable them to work at individual job sites in the community to adults with severe disabilities or mental retardation and their families.

Discuss How Your Agency Has Utilized The "Ask Me!" Survey Results.

The results are made available to the Quality Assurance Committee. UCPPGMC have developed a variation of the "Ask Me" survey which is more appropriate for the individuals UCPPGMC serves, many of whom are not cognitively limited and accordingly have different issues and experiences.

The "Ask Me!" Survey Results is available for the general public

Discuss your quality assurance practices, including any agency accreditations

As with most agencies we strive to assure the quality of UCPPGMC's practices by carefully documenting participants' experiences, having them reviewed, and implementing changes as advisable.

How Does Your Agency Support People In Becoming Active Members Of Their Community?

UCPPGMC's programs have always had a focus toward the community. The ACCESS program began as a developmental program and from the beginning featured two days a week in the community. UCPPGMC understands and believe this is one of the few if not only program of its type in Maryland funded by DDA. UCPPGMC's ADVANCING CAREERS program was begun in 1986. UCPPGMC believes it to be the first "supported employment" program in the State of Maryland and it preceded the federal Maryland Supported Employment grant by a number of years. In essence UCPPGMC believe that folks with disabilities learn best and belong in the community.

Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services

1. Visit agency and the programs of interest preferably at least once with family and once without family.
2. Complete application form(s).
3. Provide documentation, such as IEP, medical examinations, etc. to assist in the development of the Service Funding Plan.

Special Considerations/Comments: UCPPGMC's specialties providing services and supports for individuals with physical and sensory disabilities, including those with visual disabilities, providing assistive/adaptive technologies for them and linking individuals to a range of resources. Case management is UCPPGMC's specialty.

Funding Sources: Primarily, Developmental Disabilities Administration, some county funds, and for programs such as HIGH SCHOOL/HIGH TECH UCPPGMC receives federal funds.

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