get to know us
UCP of Hudson, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization that has been providing an array of advocacy and support services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families throughout Northern New Jersey since 1951.
United Cerebral Palsy promotes federal and state legislation and initiatives that promote the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities. Through UCP advocacy campaigns, people with disabilities and their families and friends can press their representatives to advance disability-related issues such as accessibility, equality and inclusion.
giving more
UCP’s services are provided free of charge to individuals who are registered with the Division of Developmental Disabilities.
giving more
UCP’s services are provided free of charge to individuals who are registered with the Division of Developmental Disabilities.
serving more
Currently, UCP Hudson serves over 400 individuals and their families on a daily basis through a comprehensive network of advocacy and support services.
serving more
Currently, UCP Hudson serves over 400 individuals and their families on a daily basis through a comprehensive network of advocacy and support services.
providing more
United Cerebral Palsy provides programs and services that enhance the independence, productivity, and quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families, serving both adults and children.
providing more
United Cerebral Palsy provides programs and services that enhance the independence, productivity, and quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families, serving both adults and children.
by the numbers
UCP affiliates serve more than 170,000 children and adults with disabilities and their families every day.
With 100,000+ volunteers and professional staff, UCP delivers programs, advocacy, research, and services.
our history
UCP Hudson, Inc. was founded in 1950 through the establishment of a clinic in Bayonne, NJ. In 1951, a charter was issued to United Cerebral Palsy Guild of Hudson County. In the following years, UCP Hudson established a comprehensive array of advocacy and support services for individuals with developmental disabilties and their families that spreads throughout Northern New Jersey. Today, UCP Hudson provides direct services to over 400 individuals on a daily basis.
our history
UCP Hudson, Inc. was founded in 1950 through the establishment of a clinic in Bayonne, NJ. In 1951, a charter was issued to United Cerebral Palsy Guild of Hudson County. In the following years, UCP Hudson established a comprehensive array of advocacy and support services for individuals with developmental disabilties and their families that spreads throughout Northern New Jersey. Today, UCP Hudson provides direct services to over 400 individuals on a daily basis.
mission
To provide the developmentally disabled with a comprehensive array of habilitative and support services that allow each individual to function in the least restrictive environment by:
- continually meeting the needs of the developmentally disabled population through community outreach, program development, and service delivery
- advocating for the developmentally disabled and their families on a local, state and national level
- educating the community about disabilities, disabilities prevention, service options, and other resources.
philosophy
The Board of Trustees and Staff of United Cerebral Palsy believe that every human being is a unique person who deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and that each individual must be allowed to determine the course of his/her life to the greatest possible degree.
It is the United Cerebral Palsy belief that every person has a capacity for self-actualization, and that people who are disabled are entitled to equal opportunities in the pursuit of a meaningful existence. In order to assume responsibility for self-direction, people with disabilities must have a realistic understanding of their abilities and limitations. This includes honest evaluations by medical, therapeutic and educational professionals, as well as a wide variety of personal experiences.
Any organization providing services for disabled students should develop individualized programs based on each student’s special needs. United Cerebral Palsy’s multi-disciplinary approach carries out these programs throughout the day and across discipline lines. Each program should focus on fostering the consumer’s capabilities for self-fulfillment and preparation for an effective role in adulthood. Family involvement should be encouraged and facilitated. Services should be integrated with the community to ensure that a maximum amount of vocational, avocational and living options will be available to disabled individuals.
meet
the staff
Keith J. Kearney, Executive Director
Kola Adetola, Chief Financial Officer
H. Reggie Neal, LMSW, CLS Chief Clinical Officer
Elizabeth Medina, Director of Human Resources
Sandra Vasquez, Director of the Growing Tree Learning Center
Carlos Bano, Community Supports Supervisor
Bruce Johnson, Director of Transportation
Mohanie Butisingh, Data Entry Clerk
Judith A. Levine, Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Meet the staff
Keith J. Kearney, Executive Director
Kola Adetola, Chief Financial Officer
H. Reggie Neal, LMSW, CLS Chief Clinical Officer
Elizabeth Medina, Director of Human Resources
Sandra Vasquez, Director of the Growing Tree Learning Center
Carlos Bano, Community Supports Supervisor
Bruce Johnson, Director of Transportation
Mohanie Butisingh, Data Entry Clerk
Judith A. Levine, Executive Assistant/Office Manager
board of trustees
Paul E. Venino, Esq. President, Venino and Venino, LLC.
Paul Maffei Vice President, Crystal Florist and Greenhouse, Inc.
James Dooley Treasurer, Acrisure New Jersey
Robert DiPrato Trustee, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Board meetings take place on the second Wednesday of March, June, September, and December at 5:00pm. All meetings are held remotely unless otherwise decided upon by the members of the Executive Committee.
