The Ability Center

The Ability Center Making our region the most disability-friendly in the nation since 1920.

The Ability Center of Greater Toledo is a nonprofit that provides services to people with disabilities in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

❄️ December Events ❄️There’s something for everyone this December. We hope you’ll join us at an upcoming event.Learn mor...
11/29/2025

❄️ December Events ❄️

There’s something for everyone this December. We hope you’ll join us at an upcoming event.

Learn more and register at abilitycenter.org/events

Please share with your community and tag friends and family!

Yesterday we partnered with the Springfield Twp Fire Department's H.E.R.O. program to help provide a Hoyer Lift to a loc...
11/26/2025

Yesterday we partnered with the Springfield Twp Fire Department's H.E.R.O. program to help provide a Hoyer Lift to a local resident.

Assistant Chief Sauder shared that helping with a Hoyer Lift for this resident reflects the direct impact the Springfield Township Fire and Rescue H.E.R.O. program has on the community. He noted that working with partners like The Ability Center allows residents to remain safely at home and improve their everyday life, which is exactly what the H.E.R.O. program strives to do.

Our Navigator, Kayla, shared that she genuinely loves helping community members get the tools they need to live more independently and that this drop-off was a strong example of how collaboration between organizations can make that possible. She also noted that providing a Hoyer Lift to someone who needs it also helps reduce non-emergency lift assist calls to the fire department, which keeps their crews available for true emergencies in the community.

The receiving family is grateful for this gift from The Ability Center’s Durable Medical Equipment program and for the assistance from the fire department, especially before the holiday season. “We really appreciate everyone taking the time out of their day to come and set something up, it's really nice."

It was beautiful to see the crew, ACT, and the recipient's family come together during the drop-off and show the true power of community in action.

You can learn more about our DME program here: https://abilitycenter.org/assistive-tech-medical-equipment/

The Ability Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 so our staff can spend time with thei...
11/26/2025

The Ability Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 so our staff can spend time with their families and loved ones during the holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1 with regular business hours.

Thank you for being part of our community. We hope you have a safe, restful, and joyful holiday.

Our future Assistance Dogs had a great time visiting our friends at Lucas County Veterans Service Commission this mornin...
11/25/2025

Our future Assistance Dogs had a great time visiting our friends at Lucas County Veterans Service Commission this morning.

We are honored to grow this partnership as we launch our new PTSD Service Dogs for Veterans program. Together, we are working to support Veterans with the comfort, connection, and independence they deserve.

Thank you to the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission for welcoming us.

Learn more about their work at lucascountyvets.org

Are you a Veteran interested in a service dog? Inquire today at abilitycenter.org/assistance-dogs 💛

11/24/2025

We are more than Advocacy. We are changemakers.

Our advocacy program seeks to remove barriers to independent living for people with disabilities in housing, healthcare, transportation, and public access. We seek to make society more accessible to those with disabilities.

Looking to get involved? Sign up for our Employment Training: https://abilitycenter.org/employment-training/ 📋

You can also take part in out upcoming Housing Accessibility Survey on Thursday, December 11th from 4-5:30pm at the Toledo Public Library - Main Branch.

11/23/2025

We're more than navigators. We're connectors.

Our navigators connect people with the tools and resources they need, whether you are new to having a disability or are a caregiver. We are passionate about helping people stay independent and safe in their own homes, by providing durable medical equipment, incontinence supplies, and more!

Support our mission by visiting abilitycenter.org/support 💛

11/22/2025

We are more than Home Accessibility. We are builders. 🛠️

Our Home Accessibility Program plays a vital role in helping people stay safe and independent in their own homes, empowering them to live and access the world on their own terms. Many of our projects include ramp builds, low-rise steps, stairlifts, and grab-bars.

Support our mission by visiting abilitycenter.org/support 💛

11/21/2025

Our dogs are more than dogs.

From the moment our puppies take their first breath, every step of their journey is guided by purpose. They are partners in progress, bridges to independence, and anchors of hope in the lives they touch.

Our dogs help close learning gaps in classrooms and give children the confidence to excel. They bring calm in moments of need, and comfort when the community needs it most.

They’re more than just dogs, they’re teammates.

Support our mission by visiting abilitycenter.org/support 💙

11/20/2025

We are more than Independent Living. We are partners.

The Ability Center supports youth and families, teens, and young adults, on their journey to independence. Through our Independent Living department, we focus on independence, community, and connection through multitude of partners and programs that we have available, for all ages!

Our programs consist of employment readiness, personal finance and budgeting, healthy lifestyle and relationships, leadership and self-advocacy, adaptive sports, social groups, lifestyle classes, and community outings.

Support our mission by visiting abilitycenter.org/support 💛

11/19/2025

What makes us different? We’re more than just Advocacy, Assistance Dogs, Home Accessibility, Independent Living, or Navigators.

We’re changemakers.
We’re teammates.
We’re builders.
We’re connectors.
We’re partners.

Our agency is filled with passionate and dedicated individuals to supporting our community. This is OUR mission and we need your support for the giving season.

Support our mission by visiting abilitycenter.org/support 💛

Our 2026 Scholarship portal is now open! Students with disabilities could be awarded up to $2,500.These funds can be app...
11/18/2025

Our 2026 Scholarship portal is now open! Students with disabilities could be awarded up to $2,500.

These funds can be applied toward tuition for college, trade school, or certification programs, helping students advance their education and career goals.

For scholarship consideration, applicants must meet all eligibility requirements

* Be an individual with a disability
* Have a permanent address in Allen, Defiance, Hancock, Henry, Fulton, Lucas, Ottawa, Paulding, Putnam, Sandusky, Seneca, Williams, or Wood counties in Ohio or in Monroe or Lenawee counties in Michigan
* Carry at least a 3.0 GPA
* Be enrolled in a post-secondary degree program (including trade or certification)

Learn more and apply here: https://abilitycenter.org/scholarship/

🎄 Mark your calendars! 🎄Join us on December 13th from 10am-12pm at St. John's Jesuit High School & Academy (5901 Airport...
11/14/2025

🎄 Mark your calendars! 🎄

Join us on December 13th from 10am-12pm at St. John's Jesuit High School & Academy (5901 Airport HWY, Toledo Ohio 43615) for Jingle Bell Bash, an inclusive and accessible holiday celebration for kids!

Join us for a morning filled with games and prizes, sensory-friendly photos with Santa, an Inclusive PlayZone, cookie decorating, an Elf Workshop, sensory activities, inflatables, and more. ⛄

Everyone is welcome to share in the joy, with activities designed for children. Let’s make this season bright for everyone! 💙

Register here: https://abilitycenter.org/event/jingle-bell-bash/

For questions, contact Jennifer Engelmann, Youth Family Services Coordinator at jengelmann@abilitycenter.org or 419.885-5733.

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Sylvania, OH
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