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Social Stories Free Training
UCP will host a free training Friday, Feb. 24, 9-11 a.m. at the UCP Technology & Training Center. The training will feature Social Stories, taught by UCP Developmental Specialist Amelia Hardin, M. Ed.
*Participants will receive a copy of Carol Grey's Social Story Book with CD.
Space is limited. Register by email at tasc@ucphuntsville.org or call 256-859-8300.
Grant funding for this project made possible through CAS Cares, Inc.
Young Adult Connections
Connections meets March 14
UCP of Huntsville and Tennessee Valley, Inc. invites young adults (ages 18 and older) to join Marilyn Lands, Licensed Professional Counselor, on the second Tuesday of each month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., for the Young Adults Connections Group.
Topics for discussion include:
- Stress Management
- Job Readiness Skills
- Job Placement Resources
- Communication Skills
- Managing Emotions
- Dealing with Grief
- Self-Esteem
- *Ideas from the Group are Welcome
A light lunch is served and a drawing for prizes, including gift certificates for local shopping, is held.
Join us for camaraderie, sharing, guest speakers and stories.
The group meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at the UCP Therapy Center Conference Room, located at 2075 Max Luther Drive, Huntsville, 35810.
Individual appointments are also available. For appointments or more information, please contact UCP at 852-5600 or Marilyn Lands at 464-0669 and marilynlands@knology.net.
This project is made possible and funded through an Alabama State Grant obtained by Rep. Mike Ball, Alabama House District 10.
14th Annual "An Irish Evening"
All proceeds from this annual fundraiser directly benefit UCP client services for more than 1,000 North Alabama families.
Social hour and silent auction begin at 6 p.m., a buffet of Irish cuisine will be served at 7 p.m., and live entertainment and games take place throughout the evening.
UCP is excited to welcome back Huntsville's own Bourbon & Shamrocks to share live Irish folk music, as well as the talents of the Fitness Arts Center Irish step dancers. After the show, guests can continue to dance the night away with dance tunes by America’s Party Pros. UCP’s is also pleased to welcome back the Irish Society of North Alabama, who will host a variety of fun Irish games and activities from 6-9 p.m.
One of Huntsville’s best silent auctions will take place, including vacation packages, fine dining, entertainment, jewelry, UCP client art and much more and for your bidding enjoyment.
Looking for a pot of gold? Buy keys for your chance to win two fabulous Pot o' Gold prizes (details TBA)!
Reserved seating is $75 per person or $600 per table of eight. Reservations deadline is March 5. For additional information for the 2012 event, contact Tracy Cieniewicz at 256-859-4900 or email tracyc@ucphuntsville.org.