UCP Chicago believes

People with disabilities, their family members, employers, teachers and others involved in their lives can, should and will make decisons that serve their individual aspirations and well-being.

There are no "one-size-fits-all" answers to the personal challenges of living with a disability.

 Accurate and up-to-date information and knowledge are part of the foundation for good decision-making.

Information and knowledge should be accessible to everyone, not just to "professionals."

UCP Chicago is not only an organization that provides information, training and education, but also an organization that learns: "There are no teachers, only learners" is a cornerstone of UCP Chicago's philosophy.

Employees of UCP Chicago daily learn from the people they serve and use that  knowledge to improve UCP programs and services.

Information & Resource Service: a person-to-person source of information and ideas.

UCP Chicago Online: Information and resources available on the Web.

Training and Education Programs: Training and education in assistive technology and inclusive education for people with disabiltiies, their families and professionals who work with people with disabilities.