A person wearing glasses, a black beanie, and a gray hoodie takes a mirror selfie in a locker room with football helmets and jerseys visible in the background.

Oheneba “OJ” Appiah

Project Rollway Model

OJ’s bio

Meet OJ, an 18-year-old from Dacula, Georgia, who came to Shepherd Center in November 2025 after a brain injury. He enjoys playing video games and always brings a cool, laid-back vibe wherever he goes. OJ imagines the Shepherd Center in 1975 as probably pretty dull compared to today. Looking ahead, he sees it becoming more futuristic, filled with advanced technology and sleek new spaces to help even more people recover. His favorite memory? Roaming the halls and making the most of his time at Shepherd.Fun facts: OJ played football, can ride a bike with no hands, and is all in on his recovery journey.