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Better Together: Building Friendships That Empower and Inspire
Better Together: Building Friendships That Empower and Inspire

At Opportunity Development Centers, Inc. (ODC), we believe that life is richer when we’re better together. Our Better Together Program is a unique initiative designed to foster genuine friendships between individuals with disabilities and members of the community. These relationships go beyond simple inclusion—they are built on mutual respect, shared interests, and the joy of human connection.

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Streamlining Your Supply Chain: Professional Warehouse and Fulfillment Services from ODC
Streamlining Your Supply Chain: Professional Warehouse and Fulfillment Services from ODC

In today’s fast-paced, e-commerce-driven world, getting your product from Point A to Point B isn’t just about transportation—it’s about strategy, precision, and having the right partner in your corner. That’s where Opportunity Development Centers (ODC) steps in. Our professional warehousing and fulfillment services are designed to support your business at every turn—whether you're a growing startup or a well-established brand.

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Jack of the Red Hearts: Shining a Light on Autism Through Empathy and Connection
Jack of the Red Hearts: Shining a Light on Autism Through Empathy and Connection

Jack of the Red Hearts is more than just a heartwarming indie film; it’s a poignant exploration of identity, family, and neurodiversity.

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“The Unbreakable Boy”: A Father’s Fear. A Son’s Courage.
“The Unbreakable Boy”: A Father’s Fear. A Son’s Courage.

The Unbreakable Boy is not just a movie — it’s a celebration of resilience, love, and the extraordinary beauty found within life’s most unexpected challenges.

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“Oskar Winner”
“Oskar Winner”

"Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" is a 2005 novel by Jonathan Safran Foer and a 2011 film adaptation, both centered around Oskar Schell, a young boy who searches New York City for the lock that matches a mysterious key left by his father, who died in the 9/11 attacks. 

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How We’re All Starring in Our Own Truman Show
How We’re All Starring in Our Own Truman Show

Much like Truman’s world, there are days that our lives are meticulously curated performances. We wake up, throw on an outfit that says "I have it all together" (even though it was probably picked out of the laundry pile), and head out to interact with a cast of acquaintances who assume we’re totally okay.

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A Storied Life: Connection Through our Chapters
A Storied Life: Connection Through our Chapters

The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry is a touching and uplifting tale about second chances, proving that no matter how lost we feel, there are always people and stories waiting to bring us back.

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Into the Wild: A Journey of Discovery
Into the Wild: A Journey of Discovery

This film is a meditation on self-discovery, the allure of isolation, and the realization that life’s greatest meaning comes from shared experiences with others.

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A cover page with the headline 'What's HAPPENED AT ODC IN 2024?,' featuring a colorful swirl background, a graph with an upward arrow, a notebook labeled 'Annual Report,' and a pen.

Our 2024 Annual Report

An informational poster for the 2024 Annual Report by Connecting People & Communities, showing a headshot of a smiling woman, ERIN SMITH, the CEO, along with sections detailing their services in mental health, peer mentoring, community services, employment, and guardians of hope, their achievements, and a list of board members.

Download and read a copy of our Annual Report by clicking on the button below.

Our 2023 Annual Report

Cover of 2023 Annual Report for Connecting People & Communities, featuring a woman smiling, with sections on employment, community services, social enterprises, and mental health services, and a count of 1,227 people supported.

We had SO many exciting things happen at ODC in 2023. Download and read a copy of our Annual Report by clicking on the button below.

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View fullsize Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at ODC!
View fullsize 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥! Holiday Cookie/Candy Tray Assortment Pre-orders for pickup on December 4th MUST be placed by Nov. 29th at midnight. 6, 12, 24 and 36 count varieties available. Save yourself some time this holiday season and let The Cookie Jar bake
View fullsize Electronic recycling service at ODC Wisconsin Rapids location will be closed on Wednesday, November 27th. We will reopen on Wednesday, December 4th. Thank you for your understanding!
View fullsize Electronic recycling service at ODC Wisconsin Rapids location will be closed on Wednesday, November 27th. We will reopen on Wednesday, December 4th. Thank you for your understanding!
View fullsize 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗿 is a campaign who's mission is to deliver cards to nursing home residents across the entire state of Missouri. With close ties to ODC, Miss Mark Twain 2025 Kate Czarny enlisted our help to spread these holiday
View fullsize '𝗧𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡! Holiday Cookie/Candy Tray Assortments are now 𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥. Fresh baked by The Cookie Jar , order now and pick up on December 4th or December 18th (or BOTH) 6, 12, 24 and 36 count varieties
View fullsize We had a nice lunch at @fazolisitalian in Wausau. We enjoyed the food and HAD A GREAT TIME!
View fullsize Don't forget about our Red Cross Blood Drive at ODC 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝟏𝟎𝐀𝐌-𝟑𝐏𝐌! There is still time to sign up to give blood - to sign up visit: www.redcrossblood.org and enter Sponsor Code: ODC in the “Find a Blood Drive” field
View fullsize Our ladies group participants went to the salon at @midstate_technical_college! Getting our hair done was such a nice treat!
View fullsize This Wednesday & Thursday is Wisconsin Women in Higher Education Leadership Conference held at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids! The theme is The CEO of You: Pairing Balance with the Life You Desire. It will be both 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔?
View fullsize Happy Veterans Day from all of us at ODC! 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 to all the heroes who have served our country.
View fullsize Join Wisconsin's Connect Affect, the UW Whitewater Warhawks Wheelchair Basketball Team and Woodson YMCA-Aspirus Branch for this very special INTERACTIVE event. Join in OR just sit and watch! They will also be taking some time to talk about disability
View fullsize 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞! Would you like to learn how to support people with disabilities and older adults in creating meaningful social connections in the community? 𝗣𝗹
View fullsize 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗟𝗗 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬: 𝗢𝗗𝗖-𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝟭:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟭/𝟴. 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗼𝗻𝗹
View fullsize We LOVED having the opportunity to visit the @uwspmuseum Planetarium @uwstevenspoint! It was such a wonderful immersion experience!
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View fullsize HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM ALL OF US AT ODC! We had so much fun getting into the Halloween spirit by carving and painting pumpkins!
View fullsize Jeffrey and Jennifer painted pumpkins to enter in the @ourhouseseniorliving pumpkin painting contest! VERY CREATIVE PUMPKIN PAINTING IDEAS - awesome job to both artists!