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Ability Connection Continues Life-Changing Mission

Ability Connection Continues Life-Changing Mission

Ability Connection continues its mission to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through multiple programs and services for children and adults. From small group therapy sessions at our Training Center, Meaningful Day training, in-home at out-of-home respite,...

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C.O.R.E. Skills Camps – Partnership with Potter’s House

C.O.R.E. Skills Camps – Partnership with Potter’s House

  Ability Connection announces its new partnership with Potter's House to bring C.O.R.E. Skills Camps to children in Dallas County with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With four dates and four different locations, these camps are designed to help...

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Youth Services – In-Home Caregiver Relief

Youth Services – In-Home Caregiver Relief

Ability Connection announces its new program for intellectually and developmentally disabled children, ages 10-17, in Dallas County - In-Home Respite! Families with special needs children in Dallas County can now receive assistance with childcare in their own homes,...

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Youth Services Program Gains Summer Momentum!

Youth Services Program Gains Summer Momentum!

Ability Connection is so grateful for the opportunity to serve adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together, we can make a significant impact in the community by supporting even more people with disabilities and the families that love...

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WFAA’s Hannah Davis at Improv Class!

WFAA’s Hannah Davis at Improv Class!

WFAA's own Hannah Davis joined Ability Connection's President and CEO, Jim Hanophy, to actively participate in our weekly Improv Class in Life change!  Watch the full WFAA news piece and interview HERE!                  ...

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Camp Connections Featured on KRLD 1080 Radio!

Camp Connections Featured on KRLD 1080 Radio!

Ability Connection’s President and CEO, Jim Hanophy, spoke to KRLD 1080 Friday afternoon to highlight one of our important youth programs coming this summer, Camp Connections!

Hear the full interview!

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Overcoming Challenges with a COVID-19 Surge

Overcoming Challenges with a COVID-19 Surge

NBC 5 ran a compelling story this month about Ability Connection overcoming the recent challenges associated with the latest COVD-19 variant surge. Its staff is trained to pick up on subtle differences in body language and behavior in group home residents to stay on...

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First Sensory Santa Event A Success!

First Sensory Santa Event A Success!

Ability Connection's first Sensory Santa Event welcomed more than 50 families to celebrate Christmas on December 11th! Santa made his special appearance for photos, games, and crafts with our members and families. Read the complete article in Plano Magazine!  ...

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CBS11 – Giving Holiday Cheer

CBS11 – Giving Holiday Cheer

Giving back this year, instead of giving gifts, is a popular choice these days for many families. The effects from the last two years are long lasting, and many businesses and families have taken a new approach for the holidays. Ability Connection gratefully welcomed...

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WFAA – Trainer Helps Adults with Disabilities Stay Fit

WFAA – Trainer Helps Adults with Disabilities Stay Fit

Ability Connection offers yoga, chair exercises, salsa classes — all modified to allow some people to remain in their wheelchairs while others move on mats. Thanks to a generous grant from Saputo, a new studio was created at the Dallas Training Center and filled with...

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Stronger Together T-Shirt Fundraiser

Stronger Together T-Shirt Fundraiser

As the world starts to re-emerge/re-open from the pandemic, Ability Connection has remained a constant for our members/their families and caregivers. Together we stand stronger and will continue to meet the growing demand for our services while serving our members by...

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Ability Connection Presents Art-In-Action

Ability Connection Presents Art-In-Action

From the award-winning creator of the iconic Jerry Garcia Art in Neckwear, Irwin Sternberg, President of Stonehenge Ltd, marketing visionary and philanthropist, generated millions of dollars over the years for such dynamic charities as MADD - Mothers Against Drunk...

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Disability Rights Advocates Speak Out After Winter Storm

Disability Rights Advocates Speak Out After Winter Storm

Hear from Disability Advocates such as Ability Connection's CEO, Jim Hanophy on how people with disabilities have no safety net during natural disasters such as the recent Winter Storm. To read the article, click here. To hear the radio show, click here.

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New Year, New Look, Same Mission

New Year, New Look, Same Mission

Welcome to 2021! It’s a New Year – we have a New Logo – yet our Mission of “Enriching the lives of people with disabilities – one person at a time” is the same. Ability Connection, a 67-year-old nonprofit, serves over 700 people with all types of intellectual or other...

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You Can Now Support Us Just by Shopping at Kroger!

You Can Now Support Us Just by Shopping at Kroger!

Did you know you can support Ability Connections just by shopping at Kroger? It’s easy when you enroll in Kroger Community Rewards®! To get started, sign up with your Plus Card below, and select Ability Connections. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll earn rewards for your...

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