UCP of Greater Cleveland

What happens when clinicians, researchers, engineers, and families come together around one goal? Innovation that changes lives.

UCP of Greater Cleveland recently partnered with researchers and engineers to test an innovative motorized gait trainer designed to help children explore their environments more independently.

Read how this international collaboration is opening doors for pediatric mobility research and helping children engage with the world in new ways.

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Summer Camp Opportunities are almost here!

Looking for fun, engaging, and supportive programs for your child this summer? We have a schedule of activities designed for kiddos ages 5-13+ that combine socialization, speech therapy, pool time, and plenty of fun!

🗓June Sessions Available
Ages 5 -12: Wednesdays | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Ages 13+: Thursdays | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📌July sessions are currently waitlisted

Spaces are filling quickly! Secure your spot today through the link in our comments!

A big shoutout to our Giving Back Group!

Through a canned food drive, along with proceeds from their Bake Sales, Popcorn Sale, Walking Taco and Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser, they raised an incredible $1,864.75 - all donated to support those in need.

This generous contribution will help provide 3,729 meals to people in our community. We're so proud of their hard work and heart for giving back!

The Race to Empower 5K & 1-Mile Walk was more than just a race – it was a celebration of community, connection, and purpose.

We're so thankful to all those whose vision and leadership brought this event to life.

To our sponsors, Medical Mutual, Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and Fairfax Market - thank you for your generosity and belief in what we're building together.

To the incredible volunteers who showed up with energy and heart - thank you for being the backbone of race day.

To Travelin' Toms Coffee, Mama P's Pretzels, and our vendors, thank you for helping create a fun, community-centered atmosphere.

To Hermes Road Racing, we're grateful for your accuracy and professionalism in keeping the race timed perfectly.

Most importantly, we're grateful for the chance to spread awareness about UCP of Greater Cleveland's mission and raise funds for our cause. Every step taken was a reminder that meaningful change is possible.

We're filled with gratitude and already looking forward to the next one. Until then - thank you all.

We are excited to announce Rebecca Guenther as the new Director of LeafBridge Services at UCP of Greater Cleveland.

Rebecca brings nearly two decades of experience, leadership, and dedication to this role. Since joining UCP more than 18 years ago as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), she has served in several leadership positions, including SLP Supervisor, Manager of Education Services, and most recently, Interim Director of LeafBridge Services.

Rebecca is also an Assistive Technology Professional and specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication. She has played an integral role in the growth and expansion of LeafBridge programming and locations.

In her new role, Rebecca will oversee all aspects of LeafBridge Services, including therapy, education, and ancillary programming. Her collaborative, person-centered leadership approach and deep commitment to the individuals and families we serve make her exceptionally well-suited to lead LeafBridge into its next chapter.

Please join us in congratulating Rebecca on this well-deserved appointment.

If you’ve ever wished you could perform a pre-flight practice run, buckle up: Flight School is BACK for a second round! Sign up at: ClevelandAirport.com/FlightSchool ✈️

Whether you’re a first-time flyer, have sensory needs, or get pre-flight jitters, this is your chance to get the hang of travel day (minus the travel part, of course 🤭). Guided by our wonderful CLE volunteers, you’ll navigate the TSA line, find your gate, and board a real Frontier Airlines plane, making you ready to tackle your next travel day with more ease 💪

All participants will receive a sensory-friendly goodie bag to help make travel day easier – and get plenty of encouragement from our Hopkins Hounds therapy dogs along the way 🐕

Please note: Each adult can accompany up to 2 children.

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The influence of our remarkable teachers at our Alternative Education program extends far beyond the walls of the classroom.

They forge partnerships with families, engage passionately with communities, and provide mentorship that shapes their students' lives for years to come.

To all our teachers, thank you for everything you do!
We are so grateful for your dedication to our students, families, and UCP.