b'Ever since the reopening of programs- they have been inseparable. - Angela Vail,Discovering OptionsBack and Better (Friends) Than Ever!Program ManagerAdult Day Program clients enjoy their days surrounded by their friends, participate in art, education, and physical activities, and do so in a safe space. Before the COVID shutdown, Breanne and Michael were able to see each other every day on the UCP bus on their way to the Discovering Options Day Program. For nearly two years they were only able to interact over Zoom. During their time apart, Breanne had made Michael several friendship bracelets to give to him once they were reunited. When UCP opened programs again in March, they were able to see each other and were thrilled to be together again! Michael continues to wear those bracelets every day, but now Breanne and Michael are making more of them together.Support at All of Lifes StagesUCPs Adult Day Programs work to develop and provide daily living skills, verbal and non-verbal communication, person centered planning and ensuring clients know they are valued members of our community. Gary, has been with UCP since 2008 and is one of our oldest clients at 82. Gary attends programming at our Twin Rivers II campus and enjoys helping in the classroom with tasks such as watering the garden, putting things away, taking out the trash, cleaning up messes, and helping others however he can. While at program Gary really enjoys listening to music and dancing. Respite care provides a much-needed break to help support caregivers. UCPs youngest client is Nyeli, who is almost two years old, receives Respite Care services. She was diagnosed with Down syndrome and developmental delays, leading her parents to seek support from UCP. While her parents are running errands or going on a date night, Nyeli enjoys spending time with her respite worker who she gets along with very well. 2021-2022 Annual Report7'