OCA- A Special Place for Special Needs

04/06/2026

After eight months of therapy at OCA, Madison set meaningful goals and achieved them. 💙

With support from our clinical team, she strengthened her communication, social, coping, and executive-functioning skills. Her progress is being felt both at home and at school, building a strong foundation for her future success.

Madison’s mom shared, “I love seeing how much Madison’s self-confidence has grown. She now believes she can do hard things and is excited to try what once felt impossible.”

Stories like Madison’s are made possible by the generosity of our community, helping more families across Central Florida access the support they need to thrive. Help us make this possible for families like Madison’s by donating at gooca.org/donate.

04/04/2026

Join us in celebrating our amazing OCA family this April! 🎉

Wishing a very happy birthday to all of our April stars! Your energy, passion, and impact make our community brighter every day. 💙

Drop a comment to help us celebrate and show them some love! 🎂✨

04/03/2026

April has arrived, which means the debut of our Running Man Theatre production, AMAZED is just 14 days away.

AMAZED, proudly sponsored by Massey Services, Inc., and created in partnership with Orlando Family Stage, debuts Friday, April 17. Written by our very own OCA participant Edwin Vazquez, AMAZED tells the story of Will, a shy math genius, who is enchanted by Vixi, the equally brilliant cheerleading captain. Together, they’ll discover the perfect formula for love and dreams.

Come support our incredible performers and experience a production that celebrates creativity, inclusion, and talent.

🎟 Get your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable night!
https://bit.ly/3MzVV76

04/02/2026

Sage has been shining in OCA’s Early Intervention program for the past 14 months! 🌟 She’s learning to communicate her wants and needs, greeting others with a wave 👋, and practicing “ready hands” while waiting for her favorite activities.

She’s also growing more comfortable in group settings like circle time and meals with peers. And if there are bubbles involved… Sage is all smiles! 🫧

Want to learn more about how OCA supports young children and their families through Early Intervention? Visit: https://gooca.org/

04/01/2026

Progress does not always happen all at once. It happens in small, meaningful moments over time. 💙

A new skill. A shared experience. A sense of belonging.

For individuals with autism, each of these moments represents a step forward. At OCA, we are here to support those steps every day through programs that create opportunities for connection, growth, and community.

This Autism Awareness Month, we are raising $50,000 to support services for individuals and families across Central Florida.

With your contribution, more families can access the programs and community they need to keep moving forward.

Donate today at gooca.org/donate

03/27/2026

Huge thank you to Force5 Inc. for being such an incredible OCA community partner! 💙

Robert, Patti, and the entire Evelyn family show up for OCA in so many meaningful ways, including traveling across the state each year to join us for Monster Dash, our fun, family-friendly run and walk event that supports OCA’s programs for people with autism and other disabilities 🏃‍♂️👟.

We are so grateful for your continued support and for being part of the OCA family. We truly could not do this without you!

Learn more about how you can get involved with OCA at https://gooca.org/get-involved/

03/26/2026

Healthy habits in the making! 💙🥦

Our adult participants are showing up each week ready to learn and grow in health and nutrition through our partnership with Special Olympics Florida

These classes focus on building healthy habits, learning about smart food choices, and feeling confident in caring for their bodies. The engagement, participation, and conversations happening in each class have been incredible to see.

This program is made possible through the Autism Community Impact Grant awarded to us by the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation, helping support opportunities that promote health, independence, and lifelong wellness for the individuals we serve.

We’re proud of the commitment our participants make to their well-being and independence every week.

03/25/2026

Wednesday, March 25th is the Day of Giving for Special Olympics Team Florida. Jersey Mike's Subs, one of the presenting sponsors, will be donating 100% of the proceeds from anyone who mentions they support the Special Olympics. OCA’s Eagles will be representing Team Florida at the 2026 USA Games.

Go to a Jersey Mike's Subs location near you from 11 am-1 pm or 5 pm-7 pm today to help our athletes, partners, and coaches represent Team Florida!

03/24/2026

🎶 Every week, our amazing friends at Central Florida Vocal Arts bring the joy of music to OCA! Through engaging, hands-on music lessons, our participants get the chance to sing, move, learn, and express themselves in such meaningful ways. 💙

Music is so much more than fun (although there’s plenty of that!). It supports communication and speech, safe emotional expression, and strengthens memory and focus through rhythm and repetition.

Thank you, Central Florida Vocal Arts, for sharing your talent and heart with the OCA family! ✨🎤

03/20/2026

Celebrating our March work anniversaries! 🎉

Jessica, Liz, Sol, Rob, Sabrina, and Andy, thank you for the heart, patience, creativity, and consistency you bring to OCA each and every day. The relationships you build, the moments you create, and the support you give our participants and families do not go unnoticed. 💙

OCA is stronger because of you. We are so grateful for your commitment and proud to celebrate another year with you on our team. ✨

03/19/2026

🎭✨ Running Man Theatre Update ✨🎭

Tickets are officially on sale for AMAZE!

OCA’s newest original production, created in partnership with Orlando Family Stage, hits the stage Friday, April 17. Written by OCA participant Edwin Vazquez, this marks OCA’s 32nd original production since 2010.

This year’s show is proudly sponsored by Massey Services, Inc., and you will not want to miss it. Come support our incredible performers and experience a production that celebrates creativity, inclusion, and talent.

🎟 Get your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable night!
https://bit.ly/3MzVV76

03/17/2026

📣 Attention OCA family! We have a special event for you. 🎶

Come enjoy the Exceptional Knights' “A Day at the Parks” concert, a free, inclusive performance by the University of Central Florida Concert Band celebrating music, joy, and community. This concert is designed to be welcoming and sensory-friendly for people of all ages and abilities.

📅 Tuesday, April 7
📍 Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Bring your friends and family for a beautiful morning of music. We hope to see you there! 🎷🎼

Learn more about event details here https://bit.ly/46rQ1Mb

The UCF Concert Band’s “A Day at the Parks” concert offers an inclusive, sensory-friendly experience for all, including the deaf, hard of hearing, and