Susan Lucci Skis and Hikes with Her Grandson Who Has Cerebral Palsy: ‘He’s Never Looked at Himself as a Victim’
Almost exactly one year ago, Susan Lucci‘s grandson Brendan — who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was a toddler — underwent a selective dorsal rhizotomy, which involved cutting some sensory nerves in the lower spinal cord in order to make it easier for him to walk. And now, not only is Brendan strutting red […]
Video & Photo Coverage of UCP of NYC 70th Anniversary Gala
Video Coverage PIX 11 News FOX 5 News at 10:00pm discusses UCP of NYC’s 70th Anniversary Gala Teresa Priolo & Mike Woods discuss UCP of NYC’s 70th Anniversary Gala on FOX 5’s Good Day Wake up FOX 5 Good Day Wake up: Teresa Priolo & Mike Woods discuss UCP of NYC’s 70th Anniversary Gala FOX […]
CEO Ed Matthews Interviewed for FORBES
A Powerhouse Leader For People With Disabilities Shares Keys To Non-Profit Success Edward Matthews, CEO of ADAPT Community Network, shared keys to non-profit success. An excerpt from the article: Kathy Caprino: You have been one of the most respected forces in the non-profit world for over 25 years. What lead you to dedicate your life’s […]
New York Nonprofit First Read
ADAPT Community Network mentioned in New York Nonprofit Media Read NYN First Read NONPROFITS IN THE NEWS: * United Cerebral Palsy of New York City announced that after 70 years of serving New York families with disabilities, it will officially change its name to Adapt Community Network and relaunch its brand, according to a press release.
PIX 11 Changemakers Segment Showcases ADAPT
In a new PIX 11 segment, Changemakers, ADAPT Community Network, formerly UCP of NYC, was featured. “I want people to know that we’re regular people!” It’s a strong, simple message Denikah Prescod hopes will resonate. She said, “People are always afraid to ask me about certain things because of my disability.” The-26 year-old is trying […]
