Clubhouses Affected by Major Storms
At the GOC we consider ourselves very lucky. After two major storms, we only had some minor damage and some debris to clean up. Meanwhile, around the state, other mental…
Easy Way for UF Employees to Support GOC
The Gainesville Opportunity Center (GOC) is thrilled to be part of the UF Campaign for Charities! That means if you work at the UF, you can make a pre-tax contribution…
UF Health Improves Our Community
Thank you to Joe Munson, Clinical Services Director, and Jessica Yupanqui, Administrative Care Coordinator UF Health Psychiatric Hospital, for visiting the GOC. We are discussing partnerships to encourage working together…
The Importance of Support
Dr. Jacob Atem, a former Lost Boy of Sudan came to the GOC to share his experiences and encourage our Members to overcome obstacles. At age 6, Jacob walked 2000…
2024 Wishlist
If you would like to help the GOC in ways other than financial donations, we have an Wishlist for items to improve our food preparation, property improvements for the Clubhouse,…
GOC Partners with HCA North Florida Hospital
Thank you to our community partners HCA Florida North Florida Hospital for inviting us over today. We went to their inpatient psychiatric center to talk to patients about the GOC.…
Partnership to Address Homelessness
At the GOC we don’t do it alone. GOC is proud to announce our partnership with Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. and City of Gainesville, FL – Government Gainesville Fire Rescue…
Building a Partnership with City Commission
Thank you so much to City of Gainesville, FL – Government Commissioner Desmon Duncan-Walker for visiting the GOC. We shared the successes and challenges of our Members. For adults living…
Third Annual Bike Day Was a Success
Bike Day has come and gone. Thank you everyone who attended and supported us. It was a blast! Click through the photos to see who was there! HCA Florida North…
Improving Interactions with Law Enforcement
For Florida clubhouse Members that attend for at least a year, 97% report fewer interactions with law enforcement. Every three months, local law enforcement officers come to talk to our…