Programs/Services/Events
OASN assists parents/guardians/clients with referrals to obtain an autism diagnosis or related neuro-immune disorder (or after a diagnosis has been obtained) and provides support every step of the way. We have walked down the (autism) road, so we have paved it for the families and clients we serve. You must have an intake form on file or be a current student in one of our academic programs to be eligible for the below listed programs/services:
Academic Programs OASN offers two academic programs. Ocala Preparatory Academy is a K-12 private school. Click here for more info on Ocala Preparatory Academy. Empowerment Scholarship accepted. OASN K-12 Education Division is a home education program (onsite and hybrid programs available) Empowerment Scholarship Unique Abilities scholarship accepted. Click here for more information.
Autism Support Group (Facebook)This private group is available to parents, caregivers, and individuals with autism and related neuro-immune disorders with an intake form on file (see red intake form button at the top of this page). Click here to request to join our forum.
Autism Support Meetings Offered once a month in our office at lunchtime., generally on the 2nd Wednesday of the month 12pm-12:30pm. Call us at (352) 462-0168 to confirm dates and times.
Community Resource Fair This annual focuses on resources available for children, adults and caregivers (parents, grandparents, paid caregivers, guardians, etc.).
OASN Gives Back OASN staff/volunteers coordinate efforts to give back to those in need (examples include natural disaster, food drives, etc.).
Referrals Our knowledgeable staff assist clients & students with referrals to medical providers, social & community services.
Resource Guide (now all ages!) All resources are parent, caregiver, or individual with special needs recommended.
Sensory Sensitive Holiday Celebration Our annual sensory sensitive holiday celebration offers visits from costumed characters, Sensory Sensitive Santa, Mrs. Clause, plus other fun activities. Please donate to help make this day possible annually. Click here to register now!
Social Dinners OASN families & supporters meet up at local restaurants to socialize & to raise funds for need programs & our forever home. Offered at least twice per year.
Student Services OASN offers assistance with information about Empowerment scholarships available through diagnosis or recent IEP written by your base school (within the past 3 years). Contact us at (352) 509-4085 for more information and assistance.
Summer Refresher Academic Program (1/2 Day) Six week half day refresher academic program offered for the month of June & part of July. Costs are defrayed by donations received in our community. Help us by donating to this necessary program!
Super Hero FUN Walk An annual event offering resources, a FUN walk, costume contests, raffles, & fun kids activities.
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