Making Lives Better in Our Community
The GOC was proud to speak to the University of Florida Public Safety today about our services. These men and women are part of a “co-responder” team where an officer…
It Takes a Village
We are proud to be part of the Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. Steps to Wellness event. This year the theme was “It takes a village.” We are fortunate to have…
Thanks Rotary Club of Downtown Gainesville
Create Hope in the World. That is Rotary’s international theme this year. The Rotary Club of Downtown Gainesville had their weekly meeting to see the new Rotary Kitchen at the…
Please Vote for the GOC!
Thank you, GOC Board President Gail Childs, for nominating the Gainesville Opportunity Center as the September 2023 Charity of the Month in our community. As a board member and volunteer…
GOC’s Advocacy In Our Community
It was great to see everyone out in the community. The GOC was part of Care For the Caregivers last weekend at Walmart. We saw some old friends and met…
GOC Still Rolling
The GOC is running on a skeleton crew this week and operations are continuing as usual. We are getting used to our new kitchen provided by Rotary Club of Gainesville…
GOC Promotes Overdose Awareness
Pat and Susan were proud to represent the GOC at an event for National Overdose Awareness Day. People shared their strength, experience, and hope as we came together to show…
State Senator Jennifer Bradley Visits GOC
Thank you so much to State Senator Jennifer Bradley for stopping by to see our program. Sen. Bradley heard from GOC Members about their accomplishments and what GOC has meant…
GOC Has Similar Mission To Other Programs
The Florida Department of Corrections has a program called FACE IT, where they give people support. The support helps people find jobs and lead more meaningful and productive lives. Support…
First Clubhouse Visits GOC
People who visit us say the Clubhouse has a family atmosphere. It is really cool when you walk in the doors of another Clubhouse, and you feel like you are…