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OCA Goes Magical!
OCA has been selected as the primary charitable beneficiary of the 2026 Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® program. Following the official...
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Preparing for Employment: Essential Skills for Neurodiverse Young Adults
Every parent feels it as their children graduate high school or college. It’s that constant worry on how our children...
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How to Maintain Structure for Children With Special Needs When School Is Out
Summer break is no longer something families are preparing for. It’s here already! In Central Florida, school has been out...
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How to Choose the Right After-School Program for a Child With Special Needs
While our children are enjoying their summer break, the stress for adults builds as school gets closer and the thoughts...
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Our Stories
What It Really Takes to Build Opportunity for Our Neurodiverse Friends
When you think about supporting autism programs, you may picture the visible moments – a young adult learning job skills,...
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Why Social Skills Support Matters for People with Autism
In communities across Central Florida, from Orlando to Seminole County to Lake County, families with neurodivergent relatives often ask the...
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Our Stories
AMAZED: Not Just Entertainment, but a Lesson in Possibilities
On a recent Friday night in Orlando, something special happened on stage. It was more than a performance. It was...
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Autism Awareness Month in Orlando: Moving Beyond Awareness into Acceptance
This month, OCA (Opportunity, Community, Ability) and thousands of other organizations recognize and participate in Autism Awareness Month. Over the...
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Protect Your Loved Ones from Drowning This Summer
Did you know that children with autism are more than 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical friends?...
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Choosing the Right Summer Camp for Neurodivergent Middle and High School Students
By the time a child reaches middle or high school, summer camp means something different than it did in elementary...
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OCA, USTA Florida and Seminole County Launch Tennis Program for Neurodivergent Individuals
Lessons are being offered for all skill levels and ages through OCA’s partnership with USTA Florida and Seminole County Altamonte...
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Choosing the Right Summer Camp for Neurodivergent Elementary School Students
Sending a neurodivergent elementary schooler to summer camp can feel like a leap of faith. You want the magic of...
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