• June 29, 2016

    by: Renee Canfield

    Jesse

    Oakleaf, A Center of Excellence for Adults, offers programs that operate with a presumption of employability for people with disabilities: meaningful work is available for every individual who wants to work at a level that meets their needs. Program staff […]

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  • June 10, 2015

    by: Renee Canfield

    In the Spotlight – Carmen and Nathaniel

    Carmen and Nathaniel are siblings who attend UCP of Greater Cleveland together. Seven-year-old Carmen is a natural leader with a determined and energetic spirit. She enjoys baking, dressing-up and being able to “play therapist” for her brother by holding toys […]

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  • March 20, 2015

    by: Emily Hastings

    In the Spotlight – Laura Hickman

    This month’s Spotlight features Laura Hickman, an active member of UCP of Greater Cleveland’s young professionals group the Friends Committee.   Laura Hickman has a long history with UCP, working at both UCP of Greater Atlanta and UCP of New […]

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  • January 15, 2015

    by: Emily Hastings

    Spotlight – Aminah Sharrieff

    Keeping with this month’s theme of giving, we would like to spotlight a very special person who gives her time and talents to UCP of Greater Cleveland – Aminah Sharrieff. Giving does not always mean monetary donations. Sometimes giving the […]

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  • December 19, 2014

    by: Emily Hastings

    In the Spotlight – PNC Bank

    Last year, 163 individuals participated in UCP of Greater Cleveland’s Community Employment Program developing work skills at either supported or independent work sites throughout Northeast Ohio. As the State of Ohio begins to prioritize community-based employment opportunities for adults with […]

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