We rise when we work to lift others

From newborns to toddlers and teenagers to adults, Abilities First helps people with developmental disabilities in our community enhance their lives, empower their voices and achieve their dreams.

Abilities First and its programs, retail stores and grant funding recipients support a wide variety of services including: early intervention for infants and toddlers, residential services, independent living assistance, employment and transportation services. Our goal is to provide all the necessary supports, services, resources, and opportunities for anyone with a developmental disability to live the life they choose.

First Steps

Provides early intervention for families with children from birth to age three with developmental disabilities and delays.

The Next Step

Provides targeted case management for people with developmental disabilities age three and over.

Steps Forward

Discover your health needs and goals with the guidance of our dedicated healthcare professionals who promote wellness.

Art Inspired Academy

Provides an inclusive experience for individuals to participate in the creative arts, including theater, music, movement and art.

First Steps

Provides early intervention for families with children from birth to age three with developmental disabilities and delays.

The Next Step

Provides targeted case management for people with developmental disabilities age three and over.

Steps Forward

Discover your health needs and goals with the guidance of our dedicated healthcare professionals who promote wellness.

Art Inspired Academy

Provides an inclusive experience for individuals to participate in the creative arts, including theater, music, movement and art.