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 […]
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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 […]
Maria Fernandes Honored as ANCOR New York DSP of the Year
When Maria Fernandes goes to work, she wants to make sure everyone feels respected. “At the end of the day, it’s really about wanting to […]
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
Dozens of people served by our residential programs rocked the night away recently during a St. Patrick’s Day Dance in Danbury. It was the first […]
Choosing Independence in Supported Independent Living
With perseverance, discipline, self-awareness, and life-changing support from Ability Beyond, Rob was able to make the courageous transition from one of our community living arrangements […]