About Ocali
Ocali: Empowering Individuals with Autism and Low Incidence Disabilities
Ocali, short for Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence, is a non-profit organization that aims to improve the lives of individuals with autism and low incidence disabilities. Established in 2005, Ocali has been providing resources, training, and support to families, educators, service providers, and communities across Ohio.
At Ocali, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We are committed to promoting inclusion and equity by empowering individuals with autism and low incidence disabilities through education, advocacy, research-based practices.
Our Services
Ocali offers a wide range of services that cater to the needs of individuals with autism and low incidence disabilities. Our services include:
1. Professional Development: We provide professional development opportunities for educators and service providers who work with individuals with autism or low incidence disabilities. Our training programs cover various topics such as behavior management strategies, communication skills development techniques.
2. Technical Assistance: We offer technical assistance to schools districts in Ohio on how they can better serve students with special needs.
3. Resource Center: Our resource center provides access to a wealth of information on best practices in education for students with special needs.
4. Research & Innovation: Ocali conducts research studies aimed at improving outcomes for individuals living with autism or other low-incidence disabilities.
5. Community Outreach: We engage in community outreach activities aimed at raising awareness about the challenges faced by people living with special needs while promoting inclusion within our communities.
Our Impact
Over the years since our establishment in 2005 until now we have made significant progress towards achieving our mission of empowering people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other Low-Incidence Disabilities (LID). Here are some highlights:
1) Over 10k professionals trained through our professional development programs.
2) Over 100 school districts have received technical assistance from us.
3) More than 50k unique visitors per month visit our website seeking information about best practices.
4) Conducted over ten research studies aimed at improving outcomes for people living ASD/LID
5) Engaged over thousands of community members through outreach activities such as conferences & workshops
Why Choose Ocali?
There are several reasons why you should choose Ocali if you're looking for resources or support related to ASD/LID:
1) Expertise - With over fifteen years' experience serving families affected by ASD/LID across Ohio state; we have developed expertise in this field which makes us well-positioned when it comes down providing quality services tailored specifically towards your unique situation.
2) Comprehensive Services - At Ocali we offer comprehensive services ranging from professional development opportunities all the way up-to conducting research studies aimed at improving outcomes; this means that whatever your need may be related to ASD/LID there's likely something here that can help you achieve your goals!
3) Community Engagement - At Ocala we believe strongly in engaging communities around issues related disability rights so not only do we provide direct support but also work hard towards creating more inclusive environments where everyone feels welcome regardless their abilities/disabilities status!
Conclusion
In conclusion,Ocala is an excellent resource center dedicated solely towards helping those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/Low-Incidence Disabilities(LIDs). With its comprehensive range of services including professional development opportunities all the way up-to conducting research studies aimed at improving outcomes; there's something here suitable no matter what your need may be! So if you're looking for expert advice/support around issues related disability rights then look no further than OCALI!