The Conductive Education Center of Orlando (CECO) is celebrating 25 years of transforming lives by expanding its Adult Program with a new satellite campus in Longwood, opening next month. The expansion marks an exciting new chapter for the nonprofit as it increases access to its life-changing services for adults with neurological motor disabilities.
Since opening its doors in 2001 with just six students in a six-week pilot program, CECO has grown into the largest conductive education center in the United States and the only organization of its kind in Florida. Today, CECO serves more than 150 children and adults annually through specialized educational programs that promote greater independence, mobility, and confidence.
The new Longwood satellite campus expands CECO's Adult Program, allowing the organization to serve more adults while creating additional classroom space at its Winter Park campus to support continued growth in the K-12 School Day Program.
"For 25 years, our mission has been to help individuals with neurological motor disabilities reach their fullest potential," said Dr. Krisztina Weiszhaupt, Executive Director of CECO. "Opening our Longwood satellite campus allows us to serve more participants while continuing to provide the individualized, intensive programs that have defined CECO for a quarter century."
CECO's Adult Program helps participants build independence through Conductive Education, life skills development, community engagement, and social opportunities. The Longwood satellite campus will expand these services while complementing programming at CECO's Winter Park location.
The expansion comes during a milestone year for CECO. Over the past 25 years, the organization has served thousands of children and adults, awarded more than $2 million in scholarships, and become a nationally recognized leader in Conductive Education by combining specialized education with life skills development to maximize independence and quality of life.
Founded by Joe and Vicky Raymond after searching for services for their son, Joseph, who has cerebral palsy, CECO was created to ensure families in Central Florida could access Conductive Education close to home.
"What started as hope for one family has grown into hope for hundreds of families," said Dr. Weiszhaupt. "This expansion reflects our commitment to reaching more individuals and ensuring they have every opportunity to live more independent, fulfilling lives."
As CECO celebrates its silver anniversary, the organization continues to invest in innovative programs, strategic growth, and community partnerships that will expand access to specialized services throughout Central Florida.
Community members, donors, volunteers, and supporters are invited to celebrate CECO's 25th Anniversary throughout the year while helping make the next 25 years possible.
To learn more about CECO, its programs, volunteer opportunities, or ways to support its mission, visit www.ceco.org.
About the Conductive Education Center of Orlando (CECO)
Founded in 2001, the Conductive Education Center of Orlando (CECO) is the largest Conductive Education center in the United States and the only organization of its kind in Florida. CECO serves more than 150 children and adults annually with neurological motor disabilities through early intervention, school-age education, adult services, summer camps, and individualized programs. By combining Conductive Education with Special Education and Life Skills Development, CECO empowers participants to develop greater independence, mobility, confidence, and lifelong skills.
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Sarah Clark
Director of Development
Conductive Education Center of Orlando (CECO)
Phone: (407) 671-4687
Email: sclark@ceco.org
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