PALS Programs
Social events, skill building, and community engagement for children and adults on the autism spectrum
What We Offer
PALS Programs
PALS offers programs for children and adults on the autism spectrum who are registered with UCF-CARD. We also collaborate with the community to integrate individuals with autism into sports and recreation programs.
Some programs have participation criteria, while others are open to all constituents.
Skill Building
Social enhancement programs for ages 8–24, teaching communication, self-advocacy, and coping skills.
Social Events
Picnics, Resource Fairs, and outings where families can connect with support from PALS.
Events Calendar
Browse upcoming programs, social events, and community activities across all counties.
Community Collaborations
Soccer, judo, dance, tennis and more — in partnership with local organizations.
Skill Building Programs
Social enhancement programs for communication and coping skills
Engaging, accessible curriculum for ASD students
Community Collaborations
Partnership programs with local organizations
Programs created in partnership with local businesses, service providers, educational groups, and non-profits — including soccer, judo, dance, and more.
Camps
Summer camps and year-round community adventures for individuals with autism
Camp 2Can
Structured, supportive summer camp experiences
A structured, supportive summer camp experience for ages 6–25.
Choose the right level of support and secure your spot. Limited spaces available.
Adventures with Autism
Adventures with Autism (AwA) is a social recreation program designed to target social and life skills by teaching teens and adults with ASD to be flexible thinkers, problem solvers, and effective collaborators while developing friendships.
Participants are supported by our PALS Facilitators as they practice using various modes of transportation to navigate and explore an itinerary of opportunities in different regions throughout the Central Florida community.
Find the Right Program
Browse upcoming programs across all 7 counties, or contact our office for personalized guidance.
Social Events
Family events and social outings for all ages
Events designed to support the unique needs of families and individuals on the spectrum — including family events, social outings by age group, and annual celebrations with UCF-CARD.
View Events By Age Group