QCP Creates Lasting Friendships The Story of Thomas & Walter

Thomas and Walter met 48 years ago at QCP and today are closer than brothers. The two met as teenagers while attending the pre-vocational program and immediately hit it off. Walter and Thomas would remain friends over the years but it wasn’t until they moved into QCP’s Jackson Heights residence on the same day 13 years ago when their bond really formed. Walter has truly taken his friend under his… Read More

A Sincere “Thank You” to the Community

A heartfelt “thank you” goes out to community members, organizations and businesses that generously give their time and donations throughout the year for benefit of the children and families at QCP. The year has been inspiring as QCP received donations of turkeys, toys and clothing from so many giving people. The holidays were brighter as The Jamaica Rotary Club donated 250 toys to QCP’s children. It was made even more… Read More

Joseph Wong Retires after 35 Years at QCP

Joe Wong, Director of Maintenance, recently retired after spending 37 years at QCP. “Joe spent a lifetime working at QCP where he put his heart and soul into the organization,” said QCP Executive Director Charles Houston. “He truly believed in the work that QCP is doing and did everything possible to make the work environment pleasant.” Joe, an avid photographer, plans on spending time enjoying his hobby and says –… Read More

65th Anniversary Update

The celebration for our 65thAnniversary is still underway as QCP unveiled our new banner this spring on our main building located at 81-15 164th Street. Rejoicing in helping he Queens Community for over six decades, the banner proudly displays QCP’s motto: “Progress Toward Independence, Achievement, and Community.” Additionally, in celebration of QCP’s 65th Year Anniversary, a tribute to its Founder Natalie Katz Rogers was previewed on NY1. After serving as… Read More

The Jamaica Rotary Plays Santa Claus At QCP’s Children’s Center

Jamaica Rotary Club Distributed Toys To Children With Developmental Disabilities At QCP’s Holiday Event With The Help Of The NYPD The Jamaica Rotary Club gave out more than 250 toys to children at the Children’s Center on Wednesday, December 17 with the help of the NYPD. Sponsored by the Jamaica Rotary Club and with the help of the NYPD, it was a great day. “The annual toy giveaway was a… Read More