SPIRIT

UCP of NYC's SPIRIT Program (Special Programs Incorporating Recreational Instructional Therapy) is a Saturday recreation program for teens and young adults with disabilities, ages 13 through 29. UCP of NYC’s SPIRIT Program offers participants the occasion to explore recreational activities in both our program centers and within the local community. We develop weekend programming that is full of adventure, inspiration and fun.

For many of our young participants, UCP of NYC’s SPIRIT Program is their first opportunity experiencing the diverse social and recreational fabric of our wonderful city. 

Community outings and activities include:

• Visits to museums, zoos and the aquarium
• Outings to NYC sites and cultural attractions
• Dinng out at local restaurants
• Visits to area parks and beaches
• Cinema and Theatre
• Swimming in our indoor heated pool
• Sports, including adapted hockey, basketball, baseball and bowling
• Arts and crafts projects
• Cooking and Baking
• Festive parties and social gatherings

UCP of NYC SPIRIT groups meet every Saturday from 10 am to 3pm (except for major holidays) at UCP of NYC centers in Brooklyn, Manhattan (which also accepts Bronx residents), and Staten Island. Transportation is available for most individuals.

If you are interested in learning more about UCP of NYC’s SPIRIT Program, please contact:

UCP Project CONNECT
projectconnect@ucpnyc.org
877-UCP-CONNECT (877-827-2666)