UCP of Central Arizona

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

October 6 is World Cerebral Palsy Day.

This year's focus is clear: Unique and United. We stand alongside the millions of people around the globe living with cerebral palsy to advocate for meaningful access, equity, and representation across every area of life.

Meaningful change happens when we center the lived experiences of individuals with CP and actively build spaces that welcome every way of moving and communicating.

Share this post to spread awareness and support full community inclusion.

10/02/2026

Every thriving workplace starts with community.

This October, we are proud to recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and its theme, Celebrating Value & Talent.

True inclusion happens when we actively open doors, recognize distinct strengths, and support one another in doing our best work. When workplaces make space for every perspective, our entire community grows stronger.

Let's keep building environments where everyone belongs.

09/25/2026

Community leadership takes many forms, and sometimes it looks like going all-in for a great cause.
We invite our supporters, partners, and friends to join us for the Fifth Annual Charity Poker Tournament, proudly benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona.

Date: October 10th
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 340 E Carol Ave, Phoenix, AZ.
Details: Open to all ages.

Secure your spot today and help us fund vital programs across our community.

Details and registration: https://vist.ly/5jwur

09/23/2026

If your family hasn’t heard yet, we’re hosting an Adaptive Hoops Clinic this Saturday morning at Ability360, and we have just a few spots left open.

What is it? It’s a fun, welcoming two-hour basketball session open to all ages and experience levels.
The coaches from Ability360 and our special guests meet everyone right where they are.

It’s all about getting on the court, trying drills, playing games, and connecting with the community.
Details:
When: Saturday, September 26, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center (5031 E Washington St, Phoenix)
Cost: Free, but space is limited, so registration is required

A big thank-you to the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury Foundation, and Ability360 for helping us make it happen.

Grab one of the final spots here: https://vist.ly/5jkzx

09/21/2026

We closed out DSP Recognition Week the right way on Friday: catered lunch from El Pollo Loco, custom staff gifts, and time to celebrate together.

Earlier in the week, our crew raced through campus for "Mission Possible: The DSP Challenge," cracking communication clues and chasing down prizes. But Friday was all about slowing down, saying thank you, and making sure our Direct Support Professionals felt appreciated.

Your patience, humor, and respect make ArizonAbility a place where adults connect and thrive on their own terms. Your work is appreciated, and YOU are appreciated.

Thank you to our entire DSP team for everything you bring to this campus every single day.

Our ArizonAbility team is growing and doing amazing things. Reach out if you have any questions about our program or joining our crew.

09/16/2026

Our Direct Support Professionals show up every day with patience, humor, and genuine care.

For DSP Recognition Week, we made sure our ArizonAbility team felt that appreciation right back. We kicked things off with fresh bagels, donated Krispy Kreme donuts, and swag bags with the upcoming... "Mission Possible: The DSP Challenge." We will keep you posted on that and everything else happening this week.

Stay tuned for more fun and tap the heart to show some love...

Our ArizonAbility team is growing and doing amazing things. If you are looking for meaningful work where you actually make an impact, or if you want to learn more about our program, reach out to us today. We are always happy to answer questions.

09/11/2026

This week, Camille and Suzy sat down with Arizona PBS to discuss our Adaptive Experiences Initiative and the roots of how it all began.

In part one of this special feature, Camille and Suzy dive into the connection with ballet and the initial spark that brought this community vision to life.

Watch part one to hear the story firsthand, and stay tuned as we share more about our journey and growth.

To learn more, visit our website for upcoming events.