Abilities First, Inc.

Abilities First, Inc. It presently serves over 1,400 children and adults throughout the Hudson Valley region of New York State. For more information, visit www.AbilitiesFirstNY.org.

Abilities First is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the needs of over 1,300 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities from preschool through adulthood throughout the Hudson Valley. Founded in 1962, Abilities First is a not-for-profit organization serving the needs of the community, as well as those with developmental disabilities, from pre-school through adult

hood. Abilities First has had a long-term commitment of providing a cohesive culture of compassion, empowerment and respect for people with a variety of disabilities through educational, vocational, residential and habilitation services.

🎶 Music, movement, and lots of smiles in Ms. Amy’s class at Middletown Education Center! Our friends had a wonderful tim...
05/26/2026

🎶 Music, movement, and lots of smiles in Ms. Amy’s class at Middletown Education Center! Our friends had a wonderful time exploring rhythm, self-expression, and the joy that music brings to the classroom. 💙

Music class created the perfect space for creativity, expression, learning, and fun to shine!

Join Abilities First for a Beginner Pilates with Flexibility Training session led by Raina—designed to support wellness,...
05/23/2026

Join Abilities First for a Beginner Pilates with Flexibility Training session led by Raina—designed to support wellness, movement, and relaxation. 💚

May 28, 2026 | ⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM 📍 70 Overocker Rd, Poughkeepsie

✔ Mats provided
✔ Open to OPWDD-eligible individuals
✔ Adult classes only

Reserve your spot today! 📞 845.475.3217 ext. 1197
or 📧 ginacarminucci@abilitiesfirstny.org!

Cooking up skills, confidence, and teamwork! 👩‍🍳🛒🥗Friends from O’Rock 1 at Abilities First are enjoying hands-on learnin...
05/22/2026

Cooking up skills, confidence, and teamwork! 👩‍🍳🛒🥗

Friends from O’Rock 1 at Abilities First are enjoying hands-on learning through our expanded Teaching Kitchen program!

Thanks to a Dutchess County Agency Partner Grant, Abilities First continues its partnership with Hudson River Housing using their commercial kitchen at the Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory.

Participants collaborate on meal planning, shop for ingredients together, and build important life skills along the way. HRH Skills Specialist Victoria Loverchio guides our WoW participants through recipes, cooking techniques, and healthy meal preparation — all while creating a fun and supportive environment full of learning and laughter. 💙💚

We did it — thanks to YOU! 💫Because of your generosity during Hudson Valley Gives, we came together as a community to su...
05/21/2026

We did it — thanks to YOU! 💫

Because of your generosity during Hudson Valley Gives, we came together as a community to support the dreams of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Any and all support that you gave made an impact. 💙💚

Together, we’re funding wishes, opening doors, and building brighter futures.

From all of us at Abilities First: Thank you for believing in what’s possible!!

Hudson Valley Gives

Make it count at 11:00 PM 💚Donations will be matched one more time up to $10 starting at 11:00 PM—while funds last.That ...
05/21/2026

Make it count at 11:00 PM 💚

Donations will be matched one more time up to $10 starting at 11:00 PM—while funds last.

That means your gift goes even further to support Fund A Wish and help bring a meaningful experience to life.

⏰ Double your impact!

📲 https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

Hudson Valley Gives

We are not done yet: the organization that receives the final online donation before midnight — at 11:59 PM EST — will w...
05/21/2026

We are not done yet: the organization that receives the final online donation before midnight — at 11:59 PM EST — will win a special prize!

Will your gift be the one that ends the day with a win for Abilities First?

Let’s go out strong and make your mark right before midnight!
📲 Donate now (or at 11:59 😉) Give at https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first!

Hudson Valley Gives

WE DID IT… and we’re still going 💙Tonight, we’re celebrating a huge milestone: together, we surpassed our $20,000 Hudson...
05/20/2026

WE DID IT… and we’re still going 💙

Tonight, we’re celebrating a huge milestone: together, we surpassed our $20,000 Hudson Valley Gives goal for Abilities First. What started as a wish became something so much bigger because of this incredible community.

Your generosity is helping fund meaningful experiences, educational resources, assistive technology, recreation opportunities, and so much more for the people we serve across the Hudson Valley.

There’s still time to be part of the impact before the day ends. Let’s finish strong together 💫 Hudson Valley Gives

Donate here: https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

This is what impact looks like 💙Because of YOU, we officially surpassed our $20,000 Hudson Valley Gives goal! Every doll...
05/20/2026

This is what impact looks like 💙

Because of YOU, we officially surpassed our $20,000 Hudson Valley Gives goal! Every dollar raised helps bring real opportunities and experiences to the people we serve — from assistive technology and hands-on learning tools to enriching programs that build confidence, independence, and joy.

The support from this community has been incredible, and there is still time to make an impact. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💫

Support here: https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

We’re getting closer to raising $20,000 to fund real wishes—like educational tools, assistive tech, and more for our pro...
05/20/2026

We’re getting closer to raising $20,000 to fund real wishes—like educational tools, assistive tech, and more for our programs.

Let’s make magic happen together!

💫 Donate now at Hudson Valley Gives! https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

🥪 Lunch with a side of impact! 🥪Starting at 12:00 PM EST, your online donation will be matched up to $25!Now’s the perfe...
05/20/2026

🥪 Lunch with a side of impact! 🥪

Starting at 12:00 PM EST, your online donation will be matched up to $25!

Now’s the perfect time to take a lunch break and give back. Your gift with Hudson Valley Gives helps fund a meaningful wish from one of our dedicated staff, improving programs at Abilities First through "Fund A Wish". 🙌

Donate now! https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

05/20/2026

Today’s the day! Hudson Valley Gives is officially HERE! 🎉

We’re raising $20,000 for "Fund A Wish" — a special opportunity to make one of our staff members’ dreams come true by enhancing the incredible programs they lead at Abilities First.

Your donation today helps turn a powerful idea into reality and directly impact the lives of those we serve. Let’s make this wish happen together! Watch our socials for ways to BOOST your donation.

🎯 Goal: $20,000
🕒 One Day Only!
🔗 Give now — https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/abilities-first

Address

167 Myers Corners Road, Ste. 202
Wappingers Falls, NY
12590

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18454859803

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