Unless U

Unless U Unless U fosters the growth of adults with developmental disabilities through continuing education

Vision Statement:
Unless U envisions a world where adults with developmental disabilities are not seen through the lens of their disability but rather through what they offer their community. Foundation:
We recognize that this ministry would not be possible unless we abide in the Lord. The foundation of Unless U is based on John 15:4,12, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear frui

t by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me...This is my commandment that you love one another as I have loved you.”

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We had such a sweet and emotional morning at Unless U. Leslie’s parents wanted to honor her beautiful life and legacy by...
08/25/2026

We had such a sweet and emotional morning at Unless U. Leslie’s parents wanted to honor her beautiful life and legacy by creating a scholarship in her memory, and today, we had the privilege of awarding the very first Leslie Putman Memorial Scholarship to Darryl Stephens.
Leslie brought so much joy and love to Unless U, and we are so grateful that her legacy will continue to make a difference in the lives of our students. We can’t think of a more special way to honor her. Congratulations, Darryl!

The happiest place around—a little slice of heaven on earth—turned 12 yesterday! 🎉💙Our students have been busy celebrati...
08/13/2026

The happiest place around—a little slice of heaven on earth—turned 12 yesterday! 🎉💙

Our students have been busy celebrating all week with a Post Place Diner and an Unless U Café! For 12 years, Unless U has been a place of joy, friendship, purpose, and belonging—and we are so grateful for every student, family, staff member, volunteer, and friend who has been part of our story.

Happy 12th Birthday, Unless U! Here’s to many more years of celebrating the amazing people who make this place so special!

We are wrapping up our second session with very full hearts! It’s been another great summer!💙
07/24/2026

We are wrapping up our second session with very full hearts! It’s been another great summer!💙

Our team is looking pretty cute in their Western best! Here’s to another day full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot o...
07/15/2026

Our team is looking pretty cute in their Western best! Here’s to another day full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of fun at Unless U!

Everyone’s favorite weather man stopped by Unless U today! ☀️🌦️ A big thank you to James Spann for spending time with us...
07/13/2026

Everyone’s favorite weather man stopped by Unless U today! ☀️🌦️ A big thank you to James Spann for spending time with us. Our students loved learning all about the weather and getting to meet one of their favorite visitors. Thanks for making our day a little brighter!

What a fun week at VBS! We loved spending time with so many amazing volunteers and friends while learning about God's lo...
06/18/2026

What a fun week at VBS! We loved spending time with so many amazing volunteers and friends while learning about God's love together.
A huge thank you to Shades Mountain Baptist Church and Hand in Hand for welcoming our students and allowing us to be part of such a special week. We are so grateful for your partnership and for creating a place where everyone feels loved, included, and celebrated.

Learning about how Jesus loves us so much!❤️
06/16/2026

Learning about how Jesus loves us so much!❤️

Best. First. Week. Of. Summer. 💙We loved welcoming so many new faces this week and kicking off summer with lots of smile...
06/12/2026

Best. First. Week. Of. Summer. 💙
We loved welcoming so many new faces this week and kicking off summer with lots of smiles, laughter, and fun! From an amazing magician to flower arrangements and everything in between, it was a week full of memories, friendships, and excitement.

Last semester, our students partnered up for a special project that combined fine motor skills with meaningful conversat...
06/05/2026

Last semester, our students partnered up for a special project that combined fine motor skills with meaningful conversations about feelings and emotions. Together, they traced each other's body outlines and explored what makes each of us unique—both on the outside and the inside.

As they decorated their creations, students talked about emotions like happiness, sadness, excitement, and frustration, sharing what makes them feel each one. It was a wonderful opportunity to build self-awareness, practice communication, and celebrate the things that make us who we are. 💙

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our sweet Unless U students, Leslie Putman. Leslie has gone ...
05/19/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our sweet Unless U students, Leslie Putman. Leslie has gone to be with Jesus.

Leslie brought so much joy to our community. She had the most beautiful smile, loved to dance, and her sass and personality kept us giggling. She was a fierce self-advocate who brought her whole self into every room she entered, and she was deeply loved by our students and staff. We are absolutely devastated by this loss.

Her celebration of life will be on May 21st at Lakeside Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 4:00–6:00 PM, with the service beginning at 6:00 PM.

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737 Chesnut Street
Vestavia Hills, AL
35216

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

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+12054601550

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