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-ap

propriate 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.

Real-world learning in action ✍️💡From writing checks to using coupons, our adult participants are building confidence th...
07/26/2025

Real-world learning in action ✍️💡
From writing checks to using coupons, our adult participants are building confidence through OCA’s Life Skills Program—one step at a time. Empowerment starts with everyday moments like these!💙

We 💙 Massey Services!!!Last Monday we had the pleasure of welcoming Andrea Massey-Farrell and Jasmine Flores for a visit...
07/24/2025

We 💙 Massey Services!!!

Last Monday we had the pleasure of welcoming Andrea Massey-Farrell and Jasmine Flores for a visit. We are so grateful for their continued investment in our mission—and it made the day even sweeter to celebrate Andrea’s birthday with our participants! 💛

Thank you for all that you do for OCA!

Massey Services, Inc.

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Image description:
Photo 1 (top R) - Andrea OCA staff and participants smiling during the birthday party
Photo 2 (bottom) - Andrea, Jasmine, Silvia, Margaret, and Julie smiling with a sign that reads "We heart Massey Services Inc"

🎭 Get ready for a night of fun, heart, and ogre-sized talent! Our amazing friends at Joyful Music Therapy are performing...
07/24/2025

🎭 Get ready for a night of fun, heart, and ogre-sized talent! Our amazing friends at Joyful Music Therapy are performing Shrek The Musical Jr. — and you’re invited! 💚

📅 Date: July 24th
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Hard Rock Hotel, 5800 Universal Blvd

Come out and support this incredible group as they bring the magic of Shrek to the stage! 🌟

Congratulations to Logan Walters, Jilliane Mourra and Coach Jim Nelson for being selected to represent Orlando City Socc...
07/23/2025

Congratulations to Logan Walters, Jilliane Mourra and Coach Jim Nelson for being selected to represent Orlando City Soccer Club at the MLS Unified Allstar experience in Austin, TX. A definite highlight for our players was meeting Alex Freeman (L) and Marco Pasalic (R) from Orlando City. 💜

Orlando City Soccer Club

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Image descriptions:
Image 1) Logan and Jilliane standing with Orlando City players Alex and Marco
Image 2) Logan, Jilliane, and Coach Jim out on the field
Image 3) Logan and Jilliane posing with Orlando City swag

🎉 A very happy birthday to our incredible Board President, AJ! 🎉We’re so grateful for your leadership, dedication, and t...
07/23/2025

🎉 A very happy birthday to our incredible Board President, AJ! 🎉
We’re so grateful for your leadership, dedication, and the impact you make every day at OCA. Thank you for your unwavering support and service — we hope your day was filled with joy, celebration, and all the things that make you smile!

Cooling off, diving in, and soaking up the fun! 💧☀️**************************************************************Image D...
07/19/2025

Cooling off, diving in, and soaking up the fun! 💧☀️

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Image Description: OCA participant enjoying an afternoon in the pool.

Congratulations to our Running Man Theatre actors for participating in a 2 week Improv Workshop produced by Ella Jungest...
07/17/2025

Congratulations to our Running Man Theatre actors for participating in a 2 week Improv Workshop produced by Ella Jungest, Hailee Amerson, and Dr. David Charles from Rollins College Theatre Department.🎭 The actors did an amazing job and their performance showcased ability in action at the Tiedtke Hall and Dance Center.💙

To learn more about OCA’s Running Man Theatre Company please email shaas@gooca.org

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Image descriptions: Collage of Running Man Theatre actors working with Ella Jungest, Hailee Amerson, and Dr. David Charles from Rollins College on acting skills.

Our friends at Joyful Music Therapy are putting on a performance of Shrek The Musical Jr! Come out and support this July...
07/16/2025

Our friends at Joyful Music Therapy are putting on a performance of Shrek The Musical Jr! Come out and support this July💚

Congratulations to our OCA Unified Eagles soccer team for being selected to represent the State of Florida in the 2026 U...
07/15/2025

Congratulations to our OCA Unified Eagles soccer team for being selected to represent the State of Florida in the 2026 USA Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 20-27, 2026!
We look forward to sharing their journey with our fans!!⚽️

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Image description: OCA Unified Eagles soccer team posing in matching bright yellow shirts in front of 2 Florida soccer jerseys.

💦 Water safety matters—especially here in Central Florida! The City of Winter Park's Adaptive Swim Lessons are back for ...
07/13/2025

💦 Water safety matters—especially here in Central Florida! The City of Winter Park's Adaptive Swim Lessons are back for Session 5 (July 21–30) These 1-on-1 lessons are designed for children and adults with special needs to learn vital swim skills in a supportive setting.

📧 Register now: swim@cityofwinterpark.org
📍 Spots are limited—don’t wait!

WE 💙 OUR STAFF! We are so grateful to have staff members who make each and every day the best one yet.******************...
07/12/2025

WE 💙 OUR STAFF! We are so grateful to have staff members who make each and every day the best one yet.

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Image description: Staff members Michele, Gigi, Laura, Tennile, and Shawn smiling outside in the sensory garden

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Eatonville, FL

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+14078087837

Website

https://linktr.ee/oca4u

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