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Monday 7:30am - 4pm Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm Thursday 7:30am - 4pm Friday 7:30am - 4pm

UCP Heartland

We provide the highest quality programs/services to children/adults living with differing abilities.

05/26/2026

Field Day was a splash-tastic success at our ABA clinic! From games and bubbles to splash pad fun and yummy snacks, everyone had an amazing time.🍧🫧

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! We are CLOSED May 25th.

We honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/21/2026

NOW HIRING: Residential Program Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Join our Residential Services team as a Program Manager and help lead compassionate, person-centered care across multiple residential sites.

What You’ll Do:
- Lead and mentor Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
- Ensure quality care, safety, and compliance standards
- Support implementation of Individualized Support Plans (ISPs)
- Provide leadership, coaching, and operational oversight
- Collaborate with families, guardians, and care teams
- Assist with staff scheduling, documentation, and training
- Promote independence, dignity, and community inclusion for clients

📩 Apply today: ucpheartland.org/careers/

05/20/2026

May is National Water Safety Awareness Month!

Whether it’s bathtime, swimming, jumping in puddles or simply splashing around at the beach, water-play remains a common favorite activity among kids, especially those with autism. Unfortunately, water also carries significant risk.

Drowning is a leading cause of injury-related death among the general pediatric population, especially those younger than 4 and teens. For children with autism, the risk of drowning is 160 times that of the general pediatric population, according to a 2017 study from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health.

Given these data, it is extremely important to enroll your child into swimming lessons as early as possible. For those with autism, additional considerations include wandering prevention.

Parents can use social stories to educate them about water safety, trusted adults, and to never walk away from a trusted adult or enter water alone. You can also use visual schedules to help demonstrate when it’s time for water play or swimming.

To learn more about water safety tips & drowning prevention, visit: nationalautismassociation.org/watersafety/ and nwsm.phta.org

05/19/2026

Our Residential client, Shannan, enjoyed a community outing to the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum! She learned all about the team history and got to see some of the bat collection.

05/18/2026

Our Autism Services Program, based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, provides high-quality therapy using evidence-based practices where the environment becomes a learning tool. We use a hybrid approach, as the therapy takes place in our center or the child’s natural setting.

Looking for guidance on your child's Autism diagnosis? Learn more: https://ucpheartland.org/autism-services/

05/15/2026

We are excited to announce the appointment of Jane Kaiser as President and CEO following her service in the role on an interim basis since October 2025!

Prior to assuming the interim leadership role, Kaiser served as Chair of the UCP Heartland Board of Directors. Current UCP Heartland Board Chair Jennifer Bierling shared, “Since stepping into the role on an interim basis, Jane has demonstrated strong leadership, deep commitment to our mission, and a clear vision for the future of the organization. Through her steady guidance and dedication to the individuals and families we serve, the Board is confident that Jane is the right leader to move UCP Heartland forward into its next chapter."

Jane is a retired executive with more than 40 years of leadership experience across multiple industries, including roles with Coopers & Lybrand, Kimberly-Clark, and Bayer Crop Science.

She developed a passion for supporting individuals with differing abilities during her early teenage years, following her sister’s life-changing traumatic brain injury. “Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience a life well lived,” said Kaiser. “I am honored and excited to lead UCP Heartland as we continue to expand opportunities and support for the individuals and families we serve.”

Read more at ucpheartland.org/news/

05/14/2026

One month since CoMo Wing Ding! Take a look back at the highlights🍗💙

05/13/2026

UCP Heartland is hiring Residential Direct Care Providers (DSPs)!
As a DSP, you’ll help adults with disabilities with daily tasks, hygiene, community activities, and making choices that bring joy and independence.

🔹All shifts are awake shifts
🔹Must be available for at least one weekend shift
🔹5–7 days of paid training at our corporate office: Mon–Fri, 8:45 AM–4:00 PM
🔹Full and Part-Time Schedules available throughout the Metro

AMAZING BENEFITS including:
Health, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, retirement plan & more!

Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.

Ready to make a real impact?
➡️ Apply now: ucpheartland.org/careers/

05/12/2026

Happy International Nurses Day!

Our May Employee Spotlight is Amy Heidotten! Amy has worked for UCP Heartland for a year and a half as a Community Registered Nurse. In this role, she oversees the medical side of clients in our Residential Program, managing medications, organizing medical appointments, keeping proper documentation, and completing monthly in-home visits.

She enjoys her Nursing team and creating lasting connections with our clients and staff. She is passionate about her work, the people we support, and being able to learn something new every day!

Thank you for your dedication, Amy!

05/11/2026

The St. Louis Autism Expo was a huge success for our program representatives, Lynn, Tanya, and Jessica!

The Expo provided information for families with children on the autism spectrum. Representatives from over 50 area organizations were available to discuss their services. This year’s Expo featured breakout sessions on three topics. Jessica presented on one of these topics!

The St. Louis County Library has hosted the Autism Expo annually since 2018. This years attendance was 1,149 people nearly doubling last years attendance!

UCP Heartland is so proud to offer the necessary services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the St. Louis area!

Address

4645 LaGuardia Drive
St. Louis, MO
63134

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+13149941600

Website

http://www.ucpheartland.org/

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