Graduating to Independence at Ability Beyond
In her early 20s, Nina struggled to find her footing as an independent young adult. She had ambitious dreams, but she also faced setbacks—including unresolved […]
Author: Dirk Perrefort
Community Comes Together for 12th Annual Ability Rocks
The sun was shining and the sprit was festive during the 12th annual Ability Rocks community concert held September 14th at Dickinson Park in Newtown CT. Started by family members and musicians Steve Tracy and Jay Willie – […]
The Dynamic Lives of Ability’s Rock and Roll Heroes
Their Children’s Needs Brought Them to Us and Music Brought Them Together September 14th is our annual Ability Rocks (formerly Families Rock), at Dickinson Park […]
Going for the Gold: The Special Olympics Program at Ability Beyond
Jason is not counting his gold medals—but he’s won “a lot,” he said. Including one this past summer, on the soccer field. “Now it’s softball […]
Embracing Change Through Independent Living
Just a few years ago, Tyler was introverted and rarely left home. Today he lives in his own apartment in Ridgefield and has a job […]
Finding Independence Through Ticket To Work
Helping people find their dream home is Alexandria’s dream job. A licensed Realtor since 2022, Alexandria, 38, is a natural sales agent—equipped with a bright, […]
Finding Stable Ground with Ability Beyond
When our client Patty was first referred to Ability Beyond for employment support, hope felt out of reach. “I was really down at that time,” […]
Gala & Beyond – A Night of Reflections
Hundreds of community members joined Ability Beyond on April 27th for a night of reflection and hope during Ability Beyond’s “Gala & Beyond” as we […]
George Mulvaney – Keeping Our Community Strong
Whether it’s soaring above the mountains of Tanzania in a small plane loaded with supplies and gifts for terminally-ill patients and their children or making […]
Leroy “Buck” Close: Deep Spirituality, a Firebrand Mom and Fearless Nuns
“You don’t deserve the life you have.” Leroy “Buck” Springs Close’s mother, Anne, often reminded her children as she raised them to be aware of […]