Northern Berkshire Support Services UCP of Western Massachusetts

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UCP of Western MA offers a wide variety of programs geared to support the entire family. Whether you need help for your child with a disability, or you’re an adult with disabilities, we offer highly personalized services to fit the specific needs of your family.

UCP’S  Family Support Centers offer Service Navigation by providing information and guidance, support groups and comprehensive family training programs like DDS Disability 101. This program is designed for people who are new to the disability market, who may need help navigating the opportunities and benefits offered by the MA Department of Developmental Services (DDS).

The Intensive Flexible Family Support Program (IFFS) is for children and families experiencing  crisis situations. UCP connects the family with vital community resources to enable them to overcome their challenges.

The Department of Elementary Secondary Education is for children with higher levels of need. The goal is to keep them living safely at home with their families, and out of institutional settings and schools.

Disability Resources provides you with a comprehensive directory for individuals with disabilities and their families to help you find the exact assistance you need, when you need it. 

Service Types

• Adult Foster Care / Group Adult Foster Care (Adult Foster Care)
• Camps-Day
• Case Management
• Disability Awareness
• Early Intervention
• Equipment - Repair
• Equipment - Sales
• Equipment - Used
• Equipment Loan
• Family Support
• Self-Advocacy
• Self-Advocacy - Leadership
• Self-Advocacy - Recreation and Leisure
• Skills Training
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Advocacy
• Assistive Technology and Equipment
• Independent Living

Populations Served

• Asperger's Syndrome
• Autism Spectrum
• Behavior Disorder
• Birth Defects
• Blind
• Cerebral Palsy
• Cleft Lip & Palate
• Developmental Delay Birth to 3
• Developmental Disability
• Growth Disorders
• Hydrocephalus
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Multiple Disability
• Nonverbal Communication
• Physical Disabilities
• Speech Impairment
• Spina Bifida
• Tourette Syndrome

Ages Served

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

Accessibility Features

• Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms
• Near Public Transportation
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service, MassHealth, Private Insurance, Personal Funds