United Cerebral Palsy

What United Cerebral Palsy does

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras & Amador Counties is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit human services organization that delivers disability services across the lifespan to residents of California's San Joaquin, Calaveras, Amador, and Tuolumne Counties. Founded in 1954 under the charter of United Cerebral Palsy Associations and currently in its seventieth year of operation, the organization serves over 2,000 individuals and their families annually with more than 302,700 service hours, supported by a staff of nearly 200 employees across six physical program locations in Stockton, Manteca, and Tracy. Its mission is to enable individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence, and it provides person-centered services from birth through older adulthood.

The organization operates nine core program lines: Early Intervention (Creative Interventions and Great Beginnings), the Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic (a 1,200-square-foot pediatric clinic opened in 2006), Clinical and Family Services, Adult Activity Centers, Adult Development Centers (including the Hammer Ranch facility opened in 2000), the Applied Abilities Program (opened in Tracy in 2013), Program Without Walls, Respite Services, Supported Employment (established 1989, with a Work Adjustment Program added in 2012), and the Supported Living Program (SAIL, established 1996). Service delivery occurs directly at program facilities and in community, employer, and home settings; UCP does not develop technology products, and there is no proprietary software platform underlying its operations. The organization holds CARF accreditation (three-year re-accreditation achieved in February 2013) and is recognized as a premier regional disability services provider.

UCP's revenue model is government-anchored, with funding flowing primarily from contracts and referrals through Valley Mountain Regional Center and the California State Department of Developmental Services, including Early Start program funding. Funding is supplemented by foundation grants (First 5 San Joaquin, S-Mart Cares Foundation, Raymus Foundation), individual and corporate donations, an annual Crab Feed fundraiser, an e-waste recycling program, and a canister partnership involving more than 37 local businesses that collectively raise over $10,000 per year. Pricing for services is not client-facing; eligible individuals access programs through public funding streams and regional-center referrals. Services are delivered directly at physical program locations and through community-based delivery (Program Without Walls and Supported Employment) across the four-county service area.

Name

United Cerebral Palsy

Legal name

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras and Amador Counties

Website

https://ucpsj.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras & Amador Counties is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit delivering disability services—Early Intervention, Adult Day Programs, Supported Employment, Supported Living, and Clinical Services—to over 2,000 individuals and families annually across four California counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Social Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134), Individual and Family Services (6241), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Needs Adult Day Programs (Developmental/Physical Disabilities, Seniors) (HLADAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Related Therapy Services (Speech, Occupational, Physical, Feeding) (EDAJAKAD), Outpatient Rehabilitation & Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy Centers (HLAFABAB), OT Evaluations, Assessments & IEP/504 Planning Support (EDAKAFAM)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Adult day programs
• Supported employment services
• Early intervention therapy
• Community living support

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts and Program Funding: Primary funding from State Department of Developmental Services, Valley Mountain Regional Center contracts, and Early Start program funding through Valley Mountain Regional Center
2. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations, corporate sponsorships, canister program donations from local businesses raising over $10,000 annually, e-waste recycling program, and annual crab feed fundraiser
3. Community Grants: Grants from foundations including First 5 San Joaquin (Great Beginnings program), S-Mart Cares Foundation (Sensory Integration Clinic), Raymus Foundation (grant check mentioned for Manteca program)

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UCP of San Joaquin, Calaveras & Amador Counties provides direct human services to individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities across San Joaquin, Calaveras, Amador, and Tuolumne Counties. Core offerings include Adult Day Programs, Applied Abilities Program, Clinical and Family Services with Early Intervention, Program Without Walls, Respite Services, Supported Employment, Supported Living (SAIL), and the Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic, serving over 2,000 individuals and families annually with more than 302,700 service hours delivered by nearly 200 staff members.

Product overview

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras & Amador Counties is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive range of disability services. The organization operates multiple interconnected programs including Adult Day Programs (Adult Activity Centers and Adult Development Centers), Applied Abilities Program, Clinical and Family Services with Early Intervention, Program Without Walls, Respite Services, Supported Employment, Supported Living (SAIL), and the Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic. Services are provided to over 2,000 individuals and families each year across San Joaquin, Calaveras, Amador, and Tuolumne Counties through multiple locations in Stockton, Manteca, and Tracy. The organization holds CARF accreditation and has an operating budget exceeding $7 million with nearly 200 staff members.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic: Sensory integration clinic for children up to twelve years of age who have difficulty processing sensory information. Opened in 2006.
• Great Beginnings
• Creative Interventions
• Supports to Achieve Independent Living (SAIL)
• SAIL Program

Products and services

• Adult Activity Centers Dynamic and engaging day programs where adult participants explore interests, develop new skills, and build meaningful connections through activities including art, music, physical exercise, and community outings. Designed for adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
• Adult Development Centers Day programs focused on enhancing life skills and vocational abilities of adults with disabilities through personalized support in daily living skills, financial literacy, health, and wellness. Operated at locations in Stockton (Hammer Ranch) and Manteca.
• Applied Abilities Program Skill-building program in Tracy serving adults aged 18 to 60 offering workability exploration, social skills development, cooking, budgeting, computer skills, visual arts, and community engagement. Includes a Behavioral Management Program for individuals with behavioral challenges, serving up to 60 individuals at a time.
• Clinical and Family Services Multidisciplinary clinical services for children including early intervention programs and the Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic, with staff trained in education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. Operated under contract with Valley Mountain Regional Center for the Early Start program.
• Program Without Walls Hands-on community-integrated program tailored to individual needs, offering life skill classes, social events, volunteer service, ongoing education, and activities such as horseback riding, shopping, and micro-enterprise projects for adults with disabilities.
• Respite Services Temporary relief services for caregivers of individuals with disabilities, supporting family mental and physical health and ability to cope with caregiving responsibilities.
• Supported Employment Employment services for persons with disabilities including Paid Internship Program, Job Development, and Job Coaching to place individuals in jobs and help them achieve long-term success. Includes employer partnerships with businesses such as Safeway and Lee's Feed.
• Supported Living Program (SAIL) Person-centered place-and-train/support model assisting individuals with housing, budgeting, utilities, mobility training, and natural supports to live independently. Services San Joaquin, Calaveras, Amador, and Tuolumne Counties.
• Early Intervention Programs Family-centered, multidisciplinary early intervention including Creative Interventions for infants and toddlers birth to three years with developmental delays (through Valley Mountain Regional Center) and Great Beginnings for children birth to five years with developmental concerns who do not qualify for state or federally funded programs.
• Save Mart CARES Sensory Integration Clinic 1,200-square foot sensory integration clinic in Stockton serving children up to twelve years of age who have difficulty processing sensory information, providing specialized therapy services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves over 2,000 individuals and families annually with more than 302,700 service hours

Named customers7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• RelationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2025Donated tickets enabling UCP clients to attend the 39th Annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival, supporting community inclusion and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
• University of the Pacific - DeRosa University CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Fraternity Xi Chi Sigma arranged for UCP to hold Spark of Night Prom at DeRosa University Center as an in-kind donation, providing the venue for the annual inclusive prom event.
• Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo and Men's WarehouseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Partnered with UCP to provide formal dresses and suits free of charge for Spark of Night Prom participants, removing cost barriers for attendees.
• Local Hair Stylists (Community Partners)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Community volunteers who provided hair and makeup services for Spark of Night Prom participants prior to the event.
• San Joaquin County FairgroundsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2014Venue partner for Annual Crab Feed fundraiser event held at Lodi Grape Festival Grounds - Zinfandel Hall.
• SafewaycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007Major employer partner in Supported Employment program since 2007. Employs clients as Courtesy Clerks, Gas Station Attendants, and has promoted employees to management positions like Gas Station Attendant Manager.
• F&M BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor that provided funding for UCP clients to enjoy a day at Del Osso Pumpkin Patch. F&M Bank and Dohrmann Insurance together made the community outing possible.
• Dohrmann Insurance (An Alera Group Company)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor that partnered with F&M Bank to fund client community outing to Del Osso Pumpkin Patch, demonstrating community support for disability services.
• Valley Mountain Regional CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary government partner providing contract funding for Early Start program and VMRC services. UCP has a contract with VMRC to provide services to children eligible for Early Start program and adults eligible for VMRC services.
• 37+ Local Businesses (Canister Program Partners)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOver 37 local businesses have volunteered to place donation canisters in their venues, raising over $10,000 annually to support UCP programs and services.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves15 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Easterseals: National nonprofit network offering disability and special needs services across the lifespan including early intervention, therapy, adult day programs, and supported employment; operates multiple California affiliates that compete for the same regional center contracts as UCP San Joaquin.
• Hope Services: San Jose-based nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities through supported employment, day programs, and community living; directly comparable service model and reliance on California regional center contracts.
• UCP of Sacramento and Northern California: Sibling UCP affiliate serving Sacramento and surrounding counties with early intervention, therapy, and adult programs; comparable nonprofit operating model and California regional center contract structure.
• Community Gatepath: Bay Area nonprofit supporting children and adults with disabilities through early intervention, therapy, and adult day programs; comparable multi-program service portfolio and California regional center funding model.
• The Arc San Joaquin: Local Arc chapter providing disability services in the same San Joaquin County geography as UCP San Joaquin; directly competes for regional center clients, employer partnerships, and community grants.
• AbilityPath: Bay Area disability services nonprofit (formerly UCP of the Golden Gate) delivering early intervention, adult day, supported employment, and supported living programs; sibling UCP affiliate with a comparable service portfolio and California regional center contract model.
• The Arc of California: Statewide disability advocacy and service organization running local chapters that deliver day programs, supported employment, and independent living services; competes for the same California DDS and regional center funding pools.
• Easterseals Northern California: Northern California affiliate of Easterseals providing early intervention, therapy, adult day services, and employment programs; directly comparable geographic and program scope to UCP San Joaquin.
• AbilityNow Bay Area: East Bay nonprofit providing adult day programs, vocational training, and community integration for adults with developmental disabilities; comparable adult-focused service model and Northern California operating geography.
• UCP of Greater Los Angeles (UCPLA): Sibling UCP affiliate providing day programs, supported employment, supported living, and therapy services across Southern California; closely comparable program mix and nonprofit operating model under the United Cerebral Palsy brand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

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