--- company: UCP Heartland type: nonprofit-disability-services-and-support-organization headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri, USA (4645 LaGuardia Drive, St. Louis, MO 63134) website: https://ucpheartland.org --- # ucpheartland.org > Discover how UCP Heartland empowers individuals and families with programs in St. Louis and Missouri to live more independent and fulfilling lives. UCP Heartland (affiliated with United Cerebral Palsy / UCP National) is a St. Louis and Jefferson City, Missouri-based nonprofit providing care and support to children and adults with differing abilities. Core service lines include autism services (ABA-based therapy), adult day services, early childhood development (Child Development Center/preschool), residential services (independent/supported living), respite care, services navigation, disability employment support, and youth day camps. The organization also runs advocacy, fundraising/donor, and volunteer programs, and publishes a news/blog section covering disability services, Medicaid/Missouri policy, employment, and organizational updates. ## Home - [Welcome to UCP Heartland | Support for Every Ability Level](https://ucpheartland.org/): Overview of UCP Heartland's mission, programs, annual impact stats, and ways to give or get involved. ## About - [About UCP Heartland](https://ucpheartland.org/about/): Hub page introducing the organization's mission and leadership. - [History](https://ucpheartland.org/about/history/): Organizational history and background. - [Mission](https://ucpheartland.org/about/mission/): Statement of organizational mission (legacy/standalone page). - [Vision, Mission & Values](https://ucpheartland.org/about/vision-mission-and-values/): Guiding vision, mission statement, and core values. - [Impact Report](https://ucpheartland.org/about/impact-report/): Annual "by the numbers" outcomes and program impact data. - [Financials](https://ucpheartland.org/about/financials/): Annual report and financial transparency information. - [Board of Directors](https://ucpheartland.org/about/board-of-directors/): Profiles of board members. - [Senior Leadership](https://ucpheartland.org/about/senior-leadership/): Profiles of executive/senior leadership team, including the President & CEO. - [Locations](https://ucpheartland.org/about/locations/): Directory of UCP Heartland service locations across the St. Louis and Jefferson City areas. ## Programs - [Programs Overview](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/): Hub page summarizing all UCP Heartland service programs. - [Autism Services](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/autism-services/): ABA-based therapy taking a whole-child approach to development. - [Adult Day Services](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/adult-day-services/): Community day programs for adults with disabilities in Jefferson City and St. Louis. - [Early Childhood Development](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/early-childhood-development/): Child Development Center preschool for children of all abilities. - [Employment Resources / Disability Employment Support](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/disability-employment-support/): Hub page for employment-related services helping individuals find and keep jobs. - [Summer Work Programs](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/disability-employment-support/summer-work-programs/): Seasonal work experience programs for youth/young adults with disabilities. - [Adult Brain Injury](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/disability-employment-support/adult-brain-injury/): Employment and support services for adults with brain injuries. - [Supported Employment](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/disability-employment-support/supported-employment/): Job coaching and ongoing workplace support services. - [Residential Services](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/residential-services/): Hub page for independent living support for disabled adults. - [Independent Supported Living](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/residential-services/independent-supported-living/): Support services enabling independent living arrangements. - [Independent Supported Living Assistance (ISLA)](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/residential-services/independent-supported-living-assistance-isla/): ISLA program details and eligibility. - [Respite Care](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/respite-care/): Short-term and emergency care giving family caregivers a break. - [Services Navigation](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/services-navigation/): One-on-one guidance connecting families to relevant programs and services. - [Youth Camps](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/youth-camps/): Hub page for day camps for kids with differing abilities. - [Columbia Youth Camp](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/youth-camps/columbia-youth-camp/): Youth camp location details for Columbia, MO. - [Jefferson City Youth Camp](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/youth-camps/jefferson-city-youth-camp/): Youth camp location details for Jefferson City, MO. - [St. Louis Youth Camps](https://ucpheartland.org/programs/youth-camps/st-louis-youth-camps/): Youth camp location details for St. Louis, MO. ## Advocacy - [Advocacy](https://ucpheartland.org/advocacy/): Public policy and advocacy priorities affecting people with disabilities, including partner/coalition information. ## Get Involved - [Get Involved with UCP Heartland](https://ucpheartland.org/get-involved-with-ucp-heartland/): Hub page for donating, volunteering, and advocacy participation. - [Events](https://ucpheartland.org/get-involved-with-ucp-heartland/events/): Calendar and details of fundraising and community events (e.g., galas, Wing Ding). - [Ways to Give](https://ucpheartland.org/get-involved-with-ucp-heartland/ways-to-give/): Donation options including one-time, monthly, and planned giving. - [Volunteer](https://ucpheartland.org/get-involved-with-ucp-heartland/volunteer/): Volunteer opportunities such as beautification projects and events. - [Young Professionals Board](https://ucpheartland.org/get-involved-with-ucp-heartland/youth-professional-board/): Information on the young/youth professionals board and its members. - [Volunteer Application](https://ucpheartland.org/volunteer-application/): Standalone volunteer sign-up form page. - [Donate Now](https://ucpheartland.org/donate/): Primary donation landing page. ## Resources - [Resources](https://ucpheartland.org/resources/): Hub page for client- and family-facing resources. - [Client Portal](https://ucpheartland.org/resources/client-portal/): Access point for existing clients/families. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://ucpheartland.org/resources/frequently-asked-questions/): FAQ content on services and eligibility. - [FAQ](https://ucpheartland.org/faq/): Duplicate/legacy FAQ page (candidate for consolidation with the Resources FAQ above). - [Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Tax Credit](https://ucpheartland.org/resources/neighborhood-assistance-program/): Information on Missouri NAP tax credit giving. ## News / Blog - [News](https://ucpheartland.org/news/): Index of all UCP Heartland news and blog articles. - [June's Journey: Growth, Confidence, and Joy](https://ucpheartland.org/junes-journeys-growth-confidence-and-joy/): Client success story feature. - [CEO of United Cerebral Palsy Visits St. Louis](https://ucpheartland.org/ceo-of-united-cerebral-palsy-visits-st-louis/): Coverage of a UCP National leadership visit. - [National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2025](https://ucpheartland.org/national-disability-employment-awareness-month-2025/): Awareness-month feature on disability employment. - [Why Inclusive Hiring Matters in St. Louis](https://ucpheartland.org/why-inclusive-hiring-matters-st-louis/): Business case for inclusive hiring practices. - [Medicaid Waiver Programs in Missouri](https://ucpheartland.org/medicaid-waiver-programs-missouri/): Guide to accessing Missouri Medicaid waiver programs. - [Day Programs for Adults with Disabilities in Missouri](https://ucpheartland.org/day-programs-adults-disabilities-missouri/): Overview of adult day program options in Missouri. - [The Role of Direct Support Professionals in Supporting People with Disabilities](https://ucpheartland.org/direct-support-professionals-supporting-disabilities/): Explainer on the DSP role and its importance. - [Respite Care for Children with Disabilities](https://ucpheartland.org/respite-care-for-children-with-disabilities/): Respite care as a support lifeline for families. - [How Medicaid Funding Reductions Affect Support for Children with Autism](https://ucpheartland.org/medicaid-funding-reductions-autism-support/): Policy explainer on funding cuts and autism support impact. - [Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 2026: How to Be a Better Ally and Advocate](https://ucpheartland.org/disabilities-awareness-month-2026/): Awareness-month guidance for allies and advocates. - [UCP Heartland "Where Hope Blooms" Gala 2026](https://ucpheartland.org/ucp-heartland-where-hope-blooms-gala-2026/): Recap of the 2026 fundraising gala. - [How UCP Heartland's Programs Help People with Developmental Disabilities Thrive](https://ucpheartland.org/developmental-support-programs/): Overview of program outcomes for people with developmental disabilities. - [Columbia Wing Ding – UCP Heartland](https://ucpheartland.org/columbia-wing-ding-ucp-heartland/): Recap of the Columbia, MO Wing Ding fundraising event. - [Jane Kaiser Appointed as New President and CEO](https://ucpheartland.org/jane-kaiser-appointed-as-new-president-and-ceo/): Leadership announcement. - [Unlocking Independence Through Assistive Technology](https://ucpheartland.org/unlocking-independence-through-assistive-technology/): Feature on assistive technology supporting independence. - [Understanding SSI and Work: Rules and Opportunities](https://ucpheartland.org/understanding-ssi-and-work-responsibilities-rules-and-opportunities/): Explainer on SSI rules as they relate to working. - [Autism and Water Safety: Summer Tips](https://ucpheartland.org/autism-water-safety-summer-tips/): Seasonal safety guidance for families of children with autism. ## Careers & Contact - [Careers](https://ucpheartland.org/careers/): Job openings and employment information at UCP Heartland. - [Contact](https://ucpheartland.org/contact/): Contact details and inquiry form. - [Sitemap](https://ucpheartland.org/sitemap/): Human-readable site navigation page. ## Optional / Legacy Pages - [UCP Programs (legacy)](https://ucpheartland.org/ucp-programs/): Older programs overview page, superseded by /programs/. - [UCP Residential Services (legacy)](https://ucpheartland.org/ucp-residential-services/): Older residential services page, superseded by /programs/residential-services/. - [St. Louis Youth Camp (legacy)](https://ucpheartland.org/st-louis-youth-camp/): Older youth camp page, superseded by /programs/youth-camps/st-louis-youth-camps/. - [Sample](https://ucpheartland.org/sample/): Placeholder/test page (pet-themed sample content) — flag for cleanup or removal, doesn't match org's disability-services content.