{"id":1186,"date":"2016-03-28T20:49:32","date_gmt":"2016-03-28T20:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ucpaz.wpengine.com\/?page_id=1186"},"modified":"2026-01-12T09:10:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T16:10:00","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ucpofcentralaz.org\/es\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Preguntas m\u00e1s frecuentes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About UCP<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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\n\t\n\t\tDo you serve people with disabilities other than Cerebral Palsy?\t<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n
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Yes, we serve people with a variety of disabilities, including but not limited to; cerebral palsy, autism, down syndrome, sensory processing disorders, genetic disorders, orthopedic disabilities, torticollis, birth defects, effects of in-utero drug or alcohol exposure, head injuries, developmental delay and other diagnoses that affect development. We offer assessments and will evaluate your child to determine if UCP is the best place for his\/her needs and can also offer referrals if we are not able to provide services.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

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This depends on the services that your child\/adult needs. Below is a list of our programs and their age requirements.
\nEarly Intervention: Birth -3 years
\nEarly Learning Center: 6 weeks- 5 years
\nTherapy: Birth to 12 years
\nDay Treatment for Adults: 21 \u2013 Adulthood (or post- high school graduates)<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

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This depends on the services that your child\/adult needs. Below is a list of our programs and the location in which the service is provided.
\nEarly Intervention:<\/strong> In your home or in the natural environment of the child needing service.
\nEarly Learning Center:<\/strong> At the Laura Dozer Center located in North Phoenix. 1802 W. Parkside Ln. Phoenix, AZ 85027
\nPediatric Therapy:<\/strong> At the Laura Dozer Center located in North Phoenix 1802 W Parkside Ln. Phoenix, AZ 85027 or at 5025 East Washington St #102, Phoenix, AZ 85034 off the 202 on East Washington
\nAdult Day Programs:<\/strong> At the Laura Dozer Center building C located 1802 W. Parkside Ln. Phoenix, AZ 85027
\nHCBS:<\/strong> In your home or in the natural environment of the member needing service.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

\n\t\n\t\tUCP is a non-profit agency. What does that mean?\t<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n
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As a charitable not for profit agency, UCP uses all revenue to further its mission, purpose and services to as many members as possible. \u00a0 Any surplus revenue is not distributed to shareholders. Non-profits rely on the investment of businesses, foundations and individuals to continue serving members in all programs.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\n\t\n\t\tWhat is the relationship between Circle K and UCP?\t<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n
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For more than 35 years Circle K has been UCP\u2019s biggest supporter, a true corporate partner. Whether it is collecting change at their stores, being the charity of choice at their Desert Klassic Golf Tournament, making UCP Downtown a reality or sending volunteers to our numerous events, Circle K has always been there for UCP and all its members.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\u2981 Come for a tour and get to see our programs in action
\n\u2981 Give in a way that is meaningful for you:
\n\u2981 Sponsor or attend a community event such as the Champions in Life Night in the fall or The Fun Run Walk and Roll in the spring
\n\u2981 Volunteer \u2013 anyone 12 and up\u2026.
\n\u2981 Take advantage of the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit \u2013 contribute up to $800 at no cost to you.
\n\u2981 Give the gift of services, goods, resources or talent
\n\u2981 Make a donation or pledge online<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

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Yes! Here are some examples of in-kind donations we can accept:
\n\u2981 Photography Services
\n\u2981 Advertising Services
\n\u2981 Education Workshops or Talks
\n\u2981 New items that can be used in our programs (ie. Toys, books, board games, art supplies)
\n\u2981 Gardening supplies
\n\u2981 Food for holiday parties
\n\u2981 Silent or Live Auction Items for our Champions in Life Night ( ie. Gift cards, tickets to a special event, experiences)
\nAll in-kind donations will be acknowledged with a thank you letter.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>

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\u2981 Your donation can help UCP expand its reach for children in need of our Early Intervention program that serves children ages 0-3. The goal is to help children with a delay in development, physical, or learning so they can receiving the appropriate therapy services so they can be successful in preschool or kindergarten.
\n\u2981 If the child still needs therapy services after age 3 they can continue in our Laura Dozer Center to receive physical, occupation, feeding, and speech therapies.
\n\u2981 A child can attend our Early Learning Center to receive quality early childhood care and education. Our facility is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and by the Arizona Department of Health Services.
\n\u2981 A child or adult can attend our Day Treatment and Day Training Programs to increase their independence by develop communication skills, experience community integration, and learn money skills.
\n\u2981 Allow a UCP Family member to have a UCP Home Base and Community provider go to their home for respite services so the caregiver can take a break from caring for their loved one.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Compliance<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Please see the following UCP Public Facing Policy Manual:<\/p>\n