Page 4 - 2021 Marketing Brochure

Why Our Families Need Your Help

Nationally, one in six children between the ages of 3 and 17 are affected by
developmental delays (Center for Disease Control). Neurological differences
including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder, Dyspraxia, and others present life-long challenges for families
to navigate as they strive for their loved ones to lead healthy, happy,
productive lives. From meeting early developmental milestones to planning
for independence or care transitions, the need for support and resources
can seem overwhelming and never-ending.

u 60% of students with a disability report being bullied regularly
u Annual cost of traditional therapy averages $60,000

u 35% of parents feel isolated, guilty, stressed and worried about
their children’s future

u 62% of individuals with a disability are unemployed or
underemployed
u 26% of individuals with a disability live below the poverty level

u People with disabilities are 2-3 times more likely to experience social isolation

u There are few supports or services once the school bus stops coming
(after the age of 22)

Programs

In 2020-2021, UCF’s
core activities fall into
three main priority
program areas: family
navigation, transition
to adulthood and
collective impact.