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The Beginning
1955: UCP of Central Florida was established by a group of parents with the goal of offering hope to children with cerebral palsy. The first program began in a remodeled house on Colonial Drive, providing early intervention classrooms and therapy services.
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Foundation and Growth
1960s: Continued development of services for children with disabilities; increased community awareness.
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Expansion of Services
1979: Groundbreaking for the J.D. Holloway Jr. Memorial Clinic at 930 S. Orange Avenue in Orlando, marking a significant step in providing specialized services.
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New Facilities and Broader Reach
1980s: Moved to a larger facility on South Orange Avenue, thanks to Jack Holloway and his friends. The expansion was necessary due to a decrease in cerebral palsy cases and an increase in other disabilities. Expanded services to include children with developmental delays such as Down syndrome, autism, spina bifida, and speech and hearing delays.