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UCPCC's Juan and Emily Mercado are #RelationshipGoals
Juan and Emily Mercado met at UCPCC seven years ago. They started out as friends, then best friends, then husband and wife.
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UCPCC looks forward to Unlocking Potential and a new home
2021 is over. Now UCPCC looks forward to the future and raising money for our new home, which was purchased in May.
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Lola is a showgirl and UCP Central California's new mascot
Did you know that United Cerebral Palsy Central California has a new mascot? If not, then it’s time you met Lola, a golden retriever puppy.
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UCPCC celebrates staff member's 30 years of service
Margaret Zamarripa is celebrating 30 years as an employee at United Cerebral Palsy Central California in August.
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10 questions with ... UCPCC board member Keith Allen
United Cerebral Palsy Central California board Vice President Keith Allen knows how to pull people together for a good cause.
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Let's give a big CHEER to our Coalinga programs
The quiet, rural town of Coalinga is home to United Cerebral Palsy Central California's CHEERS and CHEERS to You programs for adults.
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10 questions with ... UCPCC's 'Super Mom' Debbie Gibson
Debbie Gibson, United Cerebral Palsy Central California’s director of children’s programs, wants you to know that family comes first.
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Buy Rare Earth Coffee and support UCPCC at the same time
United Cerebral Palsy Central California has been fortunate even during a year of turmoil to maintain relationships with businesses...
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10 Questions with ... the always smiling Aida Gonzales
If you’re having a bad day, there’s someone you should meet. It’s Aida Gonzales. She’s a UCPCC instructor and driver who works at The Nest.
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Questions about COVID-19 vaccines? UCPCC can help
UCPCC will be hosting a Facebook Live event at 6 p.m. Monday, March 22, to discuss the COVID-19 vaccines.
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10 Questions with ... UCPCC legend Vonny Sturgeon
United Cerebral Palsy Central California would not be what it is today without Vonny Sturgeon, husband Ed, and their son Brian.
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UCPCC hearts filled with support from our community
During the last few months of 2020, that fact was evident in the funds raised through events like Giving Tuesday, our Annual Campaign.
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Looking back at 2020 and ahead to 2021
Looking back at 2020, UCPCC got off to such a fast and successful start. Looking ahead, UCPCC is encouraged by what's ahead.
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Support pours in for UCP Central California
United Cerebral Palsy Central California has been fortunate to receive unwavering support from our community through these harrowing...
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Meet UCPCC's newest hire, Wayne Picard
Wayne J. Picard has taken on the role of director of development and marketing for United Cerebral Palsy Central California. Picard comes...
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What UCPCC looks like today in the midst of pandemic
For most of us, it’s been seven months of asking “What’s next?”
But for UCPCC, it’s been seven months of transition.
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Pulling Strings 2020 Drive-Thru a huge success
On Saturday, Oct. 3, UCPCC served more than 400 dinners during the Pulling Strings Drive Thru, raising more than $8,000 for the nonprofit.
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Happy STEPtember! It's time to get moving for UCPCC
STEPtember has started. UCPCC is raising funds through STEPtember to support its programs for children and adults with disabilities.
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Pulling Strings is back but with a twist
On Saturday, Oct. 3, Chef and UCPCC hosting a fundraiser of a three-course meal that can be picked up at our Fresno site.
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UCPCC student loses more than 300 pounds – and wins hearts doing it
Cameron Beckett, a UCPCC student, shares how he lost more than 300 pounds in 5 years. And how much UCPCC means to his healthy journey.
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Step into better health and support UCPCC with STEPtember
Sign up to participate in a completely virtual fundraiser - STEPtember - to get healthy and raise funds for UCP Central California.
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UCPCC staff brings the party to students' doorsteps
The UCPCC party bus is a celebration on wheels. UCPCC staff decorate the windows, blow up balloons and take off to the homes of students.
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30 years of support: Kelly Cunningham celebrates years of service to UCP Central California
For the last 30 years, Kelly Cunningham has called United Cerebral Palsy Central California her home away from home.
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Hanford Home Depot employees raise funds for UCPCC
Staff members at Hanford’s Home Depot came together and raised $400 for UCPCC.
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How sheltering in place is affecting UCPCC, its families
For over a month, UCPCC and its families have been staying safe by sheltering in place. Here we look at what some families have been up to.
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UCPCC responds to coronavirus pandemic
United Cerebral Palsy Central California has been taking the coronavirus situation seriously by monitoring students and staff alike.
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CVRC recognizes members of UCPCC family
UCPCC is thrilled to announce that three members of our extended family are being recognized for their support of people with disabilities.
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Visalia family gives back to UCPCC
Imagine you’re a 16-year-old girl and doctors tell you your eight-month-old baby has cerebral palsy.
That’s what happened to Flo Hall-Green.
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Remembering Ken Takeuchi, faithful friend of UCPCC
United Cerebral Palsy Central California has lost a dear friend in Ken Takeuchi. The 92-year-old Fresnan passed away Friday, Dec. 6,...
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Heart of the Program Recipient: Janice Noga
It takes a big heart to be a member of the United Cerebral Palsy Central California board off and on for 40 years. When it comes to...
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