Self-advocacy

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Contact Information

UCP of Western Massachusetts
Contact: Emily Shoestock, Director of Family Support
Email Address: ksaharczewski@ucpberkshire.org
Phone: 413-664-9345
Fax: 413-663-5019

420 Curran Highway Suite10 North Adams, MA 01247-3945
Area Served: West

Map Location Self-advocacy

Narrative

Provides a host of empowerment programs that are socially based for individuals with disabilities. Programs include weekly meetings where members can discuss issues that they are facing in the community, guest speakers, adaptive cooking classes and a calendar of social events.

Eligibility – All individuals must complete the UCP Intake Process.

Information and referral and direct services for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Offers the adult family care program. MassHealth

Service Types

  • Equipment Loan
  • Family Support
  • Job Skills
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Self-Advocacy - Life Skills
  • Socialization Activities

Program Type

  • Advocacy

Populations Served

  • Developmental Disability
  • Elderly Person with disabilities
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Multiple Disability
  • Physical Disabilities

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Near Public Transportation

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds