OCA- A Special Place for Special Needs

OCA- A Special Place for Special Needs OCA focuses on what an individual CAN DO.

Providing Opportunity, Building Community, Maximizing Ability for Individuals With Autism and Other Disabilities www.GoOCA.org



*All media content was taken with participants permission and does not include anyone currently receiving therapy services. OCA was founded in 2008 with the knowledge that children and adults with Autism and other disabilities need more opportunities to engage in age-appropriate activities with their typical peers. We offer Recreation Programs, Adult Program, Camps, Special Olympics training, ABA Therapy and other services for the Special Needs Community in Central Florida. “Special Needs” are commonly defined by what a person CAN’T do.

11/13/2025

It's World Kindness Day! 💙 Today and every day, choose kindness. A small act can make a big difference. 💛

Sending a very happy birthday to one of our incredible board members, Michelle. From all of us at OCA, we hope you have ...
11/11/2025

Sending a very happy birthday to one of our incredible board members, Michelle. From all of us at OCA, we hope you have an amazing day!💙

11/07/2025

Welcome to Season 4 of OCA: A special podcast for special people!
We are so excited that you are here! In today's episode, Silvia is joined by a very special guest - Orlando Family Stage's Sr. Director of Education, Jennifer Adams-Carrasquillo! During their talk about theater , they dive into programming, inclusivity, and what's coming up for our talented actors at Running Man Theatre.

Tune in at the link in our bio or find us on...🎧Youtube: https://www.youtube.com//videos
🎧Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3K16lxe4SLXAM1d3jwkvIH?si=211cdcc0d2934858
🎧Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oca-a-special-podcast-for-special-people/id1677376156

And grab tickets for Alice in Wonderland: A Jukebox Puppet Musical today! ⁠https://www.zeffy.com/en-us/ticketing/ocas-running-man-theatre-company-presents-alice-in-wonderland-a-jukebox-musical-sponsored-by-massey-services

Orlando Family Stage

Join us November 24th - November 26th for Thanksgiving Camp!🍂 A fun week of themed crafts, park outings, sensory play, ...
11/06/2025

Join us November 24th - November 26th for Thanksgiving Camp!🍂 A fun week of themed crafts, park outings, sensory play, games, and much more! Limited spots available, sign up for Thanksgiving Camp today at GoOCA.org

It's a great day to be outside with friends!💙
10/29/2025

It's a great day to be outside with friends!💙

Reminiscing on the best day ever! Thank you to everyone who came out for the Monster Dash!👻💙
10/26/2025

Reminiscing on the best day ever! Thank you to everyone who came out for the Monster Dash!👻💙

💙 At OCA, we believe everyone deserves the chance to reach their full potential—in life, in the community, and at work.T...
10/22/2025

💙 At OCA, we believe everyone deserves the chance to reach their full potential—in life, in the community, and at work.

Thank you to Spectrum News 13 for spotlighting Brooklin and showing how programs like WE BUILD and First Flight Academy empower individuals to turn ability into opportunity.

Brooklin’s journey—from intern to valued employee at Orlando Health—reminds us what’s possible when inclusion meets action.

Read the full story 👉 https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2025/10/21/program-helps-match-people-with-unique-abilities-with-jobs

Learn more about First Flight Academy at GoOCA.org

10/21/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate our very own Dr. Margaret Newman Thornton, recognized by the Women’s Executive Council of Orlando as the 2025 Women of Achievement Award recipient in the nonprofit sector! 🎉 On behalf of OCA’s Board of Directors, families, and staff—congratulations, Margaret! Your leadership, dedication, and impact continue to inspire us all. 💙👏

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5165 Adanson Street
Orlando, FL
32804

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Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

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+14078087837

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