UCP Honored for Building Strong Community Partnerships
UCP of Eastern CT receives the DDS South Region Private/Public Partnership Award, celebrating partnerships that promote independence, inclusion, and meaningful opportunities.
A New Cohort of Project SEARCH Has Begun at Backus Hospital
Meet UCP of Eastern CT’s newest Project SEARCH interns as they begin a nine-month journey building workplace skills, confidence, and independence at Backus Hospital.
Celebrating Our Project SEARCH Graduates
UCP celebrates the graduation of its Project SEARCH interns at Hartford HealthCare’s Backus Hospital. After nine months of hands-on training and skill-building, these young adults are ready to pursue meaningful employment and exciting new career opportunities.
A Journey of Growth: JT’s Story of Confidence and Independence
JT’s journey shows how personalized support, assistive technology, and encouragement helped him gain confidence, achieve workplace success, and grow in independence after high school.
UCP Helps Khamisi Build a Life of His Own
At UCP of Eastern CT, success is measured in everyday increases in independence. Khamisi is being honored as UCP’s Golf Ambassador.
Project SEARCH – Shiloh
From uncertainty to independence, Shiloh now confidently travels weekly to Backus Hospital to volunteer.
Project SEARCH – Sharod
Through Project SEARCH, Sharod completed a nine-month internship focused on building practical job skills, workplace readiness, and confidence.
Innovative Internship Provides Job Training at Backus Hospital
UCP, in partnership with Hartford HealthCare’s Backus Hospital and the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS), proudly announces the graduation of its 2025 Project SEARCH interns.