Dear UCP Community,
It’s December. Brrr! This month, as the holidays arrive, the UCP Oregon community is celebrating in many ways. Some of us are sharing culture and traditions with family and friends. Others are engaged in spiritual practices, or pausing for a mindful moment. Others may be struggling with grief or other challenges. And many of us are sharing our resources with others in need. Wherever you find yourself this season, know that UCP Oregon is holding you in our hearts. As 2023 draws to a close, we’d also like to express our gratitude to the entire UCP Oregon community. Our customers. Our employees. The families and caregivers. Our dedicated volunteers, including our Board of Directors, task force members, and workgroup participants. And many more. We couldn’t do it without you! Wishing you a joyful holiday season, and a new year filled with health, hope and happiness. Sincerely, Ann Coffey Executive Director UCP Oregon Have you registered yet for UCP Oregon’s 2023 Toy Giveaway? We only have 13 slots left!
The Toy Giveaway is open to all families who use UCP Oregon’s Family Support Services. Families are eligible to choose a toy for their child, plus enjoy some hot chocolate, cider and cookies. The event will be held on December 21st and 22nd, 2023 at the UCP Office, from 10am-4pm. Dear UCP Oregon Community,
Can you believe it's already December? UCP Oregon has been hard at work preparing for the 2023 UCP Oregon Toy Giveaway. The Toy Giveaway is one of our most cherished annual traditions. Dozens of families from our Family Support Department are able to choose a free toy for their child/children. This year, we need lots of volunteers to help at the Toy Giveaway! We're asking for YOU to sign up for a volunteer shift. We have something for everyone:
Sign up here. And thank you so much for your help. This event is only possible because of amazing volunteers like you! Have you registered yet for UCP Oregon’s 2023 Toy Giveaway?
This event is open to all families who use UCP Oregon’s Family Support Services. Circa now, almost 50% of the toy pick-up spots are filled, so make sure to RSVP ASAP. The event will be held on December 21 and 22, 2023 at the UCP Office, from 10am-4pm. Learn more about the event here. Can you believe that December is almost here?
This week, UCP Oregon is celebrating “Giving Tuesday”—a day to pause and reflect on what’s truly important this holiday season. If UCP Oregon matters to you, we encourage you to donate today. Your donation will make a big difference right here in the Portland area. You’ll be helping 800 families and 1,000 adults with disabilities live independent lives and get the support they need. Plus, your donation will count for the 2023 tax year! Donate to UCP Oregon today! Happy Thanksgiving!
Today, UCP Oregon expresses profound gratitude for the support of the UCP community—our customers, employees, supporters and partners—and the larger intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) community. We couldn’t do it without you! UCP Oregon also recognizes the complex history and ongoing struggles faced by Indigenous peoples. Today is Thanksgiving, but it’s also the National Day of Mourning. The National Day of Mourning serves as a reminder to honor the resilience of Indigenous peoples, acknowledging their contributions and confronting the injustices they continue to endure. As we gather with friends and family, let us use this time not only for gratitude but also for reflection and commitment to a more just and inclusive society for everyone. Two of UCP Oregon’s teams (UCP Connections and UCP Mentors), and UCP’s Director of Brokerage Services, Sarah Noack, would like to share the links below. These links celebrate thoughtful, action-oriented ways to acknowledge the traditions and people who are the original stewards of the land we all live and work on.
Dear UCP Oregon Community,
We are thrilled to announce that UCP Oregon’s 2023 Toy Giveaway is back! After an increase in volunteer interest, we are able to hold the event this year. The event will be held on December 21 and 22, 2023 at the UCP Office, from 10am-4pm.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to creating a brighter future for all. Warm regards, Ann Coffey, Executive Director UCP Oregon Dear UCP Oregon Community,
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the cancellation of UCP’s 2023 Family Support Toy Giveaway. Unforeseen challenges have compelled us to make this difficult decision. This decision was not made lightly, and we understand the disappointment it will bring to the Family Support community, especially during the holiday season. We look forward to holding the Toy Giveaway again in December of 2024. In the meantime, please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. We are grateful for your understanding and patience. Sincerely, Ann Coffey, Executive Director UCP Oregon Did you know that November is Native American Heritage Month?
UCP Oregon is headquartered in Portland, Oregon (in Multnomah County). This region encompasses the traditional lands of the Multnomah, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Tualatin Kalapuya, Wasco, Molalla, Tumwater, Cowlitz and Watlala bands of the Chinook, and others. In November, and always, UCP Oregon celebrates the rich and diverse contributions, cultures, and histories of the Native peoples of North America. We acknowledge the challenges Native people have faced in the past and today. And we amplify Native voices. If you’d like to learn from and participate in the 2023 Native American Heritage Month, here are some ideas: Did you know that November is "National Family Caregivers" Month (NFCM)?
NFCM is a time to honor America's family caregivers, raise awareness about caregiving issues, and (hopefully!) increase support nationwide for caregivers. Family caregivers often struggle with feeling invisible or alone. And yet, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, family caregivers are the primary source of support for people with disabilities. That’s why, this November—and always!—UCP Oregon is incredibly thankful for the family caregivers in our community. We see you, and we appreciate you. |
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