Upstate Caring Partners Foundation

05/20/2026

At Upstate Caring Partners, we love connecting with the next generation at local school career fairs!

We spend time talking with students about their interests, skills, and experiences—and sharing the many rewarding career paths available within our organization.

One exciting opportunity we offer is our Junior DSP (Direct Service Professional) program. This hands-on experience gives teens a real look at what it’s like to work in human services. Participants attend after-school classes three days a week for four weeks, where they learn from our training team and shadow staff across multiple locations.

At the end of the program, students who show strong interest and aptitude can apply for a part-time role as a Junior DSP—either while still in high school or as they continue their education in college.

It’s a great way to build skills, gain experience, and start making a difference early!!!

05/08/2026

Early Intervention is a New York State-certified program that supports infants and toddlers from birth through age three who show developmental delays or have developmental concerns. Upstate Caring Partners takes a multidisciplinary approach to develop an individualized plan designed to meet each child's unique strengths and needs. Services are offered through the child's county of resident at no out-of-pocket expense to the family.

For more information on our Early Intervention program please contact 315-797-4080, ext. 2321.

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Week! Leave a comment below and thank a nurse for all that they do.

04/24/2026

On Tuesday, April 21st, Upstate Caring Partners hosted its first Evening of Giving, co-sponsored by Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - Utica and Mohawk Valley Living.

Over 500 guests attended the event, held at Delmonico’s from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., including staff, Board members, community partners, constituents, families and the general public. Guests enjoyed an engaging evening featuring table side magic by Shaun Robinson, caricature drawings by JP Cringle, hourly giveaways, and much more.

A very special thank you to our co-sponsors and to all that attended this amazing night to help support UCP!

04/20/2026

Not sure what to do for dinner tomorrow night?? We have you covered!

Come have a wonderful meal while supporting Upstate Caring Partners!

Join us tomorrow evening, April 21st for a night to remember!! Great food, prizes, magic tricks and so much more!!!

Take-Outs are included.

Thank you to co-sponsors Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - Utica and Mohawk Valley Living!

04/17/2026

04/08/2026

Upstate Caring Partners invites you to "An Evening of Giving" hosted by Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - Utica and Mohawk Valley Living on Tuesday, April 21st from 4-9pm to enjoy a wonderful dinner while supporting our mission.

Mark your calendars and we look forward to seeing you there!

04/02/2026

03/25/2026

Everyday Engagement is the term our clinical research team uses to describe the “tool bag” of techniques that can be used in Skill Based Treatment or teaching essential life skills with the individuals we support on a daily basis. For many of the individuals we serve, introducing a new skill or activity can be challenging and overwhelming, even if that skill is necessary to their health and well-being. Everyday Engagement helps staff build their capacity for engaging individuals in activities or teaching new skills. This initiative has been so successful among our school age population that the clinical team is expanding training into our adult day habilitation facilities.

Everyday Engagement's key components address the way staff present themselves, interact with the people we support, how the classrooms are organized, how staff provide guidance in navigating challenges and changes, and how staff respond when individuals are having a difficult time with an activity or transition.

To make a tax-deductible donation to Upstate Caring Partners please click the link: https://dsnp.co/m5TPAC