UCP of Eastern Connecticut is a dynamic organization that successfully promotes independence of individuals with a variety of disabilities in the community. Thanks to the hard work of staff and management of UCP, clients have successfully transitioned into the local community as independent members of society, leading well-rounded lives as active participants. The management at UCP deserve accolades for their keen awareness of providing the best service for clients while maintaining costs, which is vital in a stressful economy. And in spite of the difficult times, this non-profit always strives to keep the individual in mind: providing daily living skills in the residential program, meaningful social skills in the day program, or delivering technology to preschoolers that jumpstarts their developmental skills, all clients are provided with excellent services that help them blend into their local communities. I am honored to serve as a board member of this outstanding organization.