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 adulthood. 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.

Thankful & Grateful We’re honored to share a small glimpse of the impact your kindness makes. This heartfelt card — pai...
11/13/2025

Thankful & Grateful We’re honored to share a small glimpse of the impact your kindness makes. This heartfelt card — paired with two gift cards — is being given to a family in need through our Holiday Helping Hands program for a Thanksgiving meal this holiday.

Thanks to the Foundation for Abilities First NY (FAFNY) and to the generous donors whose early contributions have helped kick-start this year’s Holiday Helping Hands efforts. Because of you, families who reached out for support will have a brighter, more joyful season.

If you’re able, please consider making a gift to Holiday Helping Hands and help us continue spreading warmth, hope, and holiday cheer to those who need it most.

💛🧡 Give here: https://www.abilitiesfirstny.org/make-an-impact/donate/

Community Connections friends Brandon and Paul had an amazing time participating in this year’s Passport to Possibilitie...
11/13/2025

Community Connections friends Brandon and Paul had an amazing time participating in this year’s Passport to Possibilities adventure! Together with their AF Coordinator, Rich, they explored so many fun and exciting places throughout the Hudson Valley — discovering new experiences, meeting great people, and making unforgettable memories along the way.

Brandon and Paul are proudly showing off their passports filled with stamps and the Abilities First goodies they earned for taking part.

The photos you see also highlight some of Paul’s Hudson Valley adventures — visiting College Hill, hiking through Mills Mansion, exploring the Norrie Family Memorial, stopping at the Pleasant Valley Train Station, taking in the Million Dollar View at the Mohonk Preserve, and even making new friends while enjoying the award-winning pizza at Pomo Doro in Pleasant Valley and chatting with postal workers at the Hyde Park Post Office ! 🍕

We’re already looking forward to seeing where next year’s journey takes them. New adventures await! 💙🌎

This holiday season, Abilities First is lighting up the spirit of giving! We’re excited to partner with the Wonderland o...
11/12/2025

This holiday season, Abilities First is lighting up the spirit of giving! We’re excited to partner with the Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY!

For every ticket purchased using our special fundraising code FAFNY, $5 will be donated back to the Foundation for Abilities First NY — supporting community outings and experiences that bring joy and inclusion to the individuals we serve.

Get your tickets here: https://www.thewonderlandoflights.com/dutchess-county-fairgrounds

Use Code: FAFNY

Let’s make this season shine brighter — together! ✨

Today and every day, we thank our veterans for their service, sacrifice, and strength. 💙❤️
11/11/2025

Today and every day, we thank our veterans for their service, sacrifice, and strength. 💙❤️

We’re proud to celebrate National Philanthropy Day with the incredible team at the Association of Fundraising Profession...
11/10/2025

We’re proud to celebrate National Philanthropy Day with the incredible team at the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Hudson Valley Chapter () — and even prouder to represent the Foundation for Abilities First NY!

A big shout-out to our dynamic duo: JoAnn Parker, Director of Development, and Billie Jo Buttner, Development Coordinator, whose passion, creativity and tireless work help make “Abilities Made Possible” every single day.

We believe that philanthropy is about people + purpose + possibility, and today we honor the donors, volunteers, partners and champions who fuel our mission. Thank you for making impact possible — together we are building pathways for possibility.

Life Skills friends are up, up, and away! Connor & Ryan conquered the tower at Ferncliff Forest Trails in Rhinebeck — wh...
11/07/2025

Life Skills friends are up, up, and away! Connor & Ryan conquered the tower at Ferncliff Forest Trails in Rhinebeck — what a view from the top!

We are proudly exercising our right to vote! Participating in the democratic process is an important part of inclusion a...
11/05/2025

We are proudly exercising our right to vote! Participating in the democratic process is an important part of inclusion and independence — and we’re so proud of everyone who took part.

Each vote is a voice, and every voice matters.

O’Rock 1 was feeling the Halloween fun! From spooky costumes to goblin games and laughter all around, our Day Hab friend...
11/04/2025

O’Rock 1 was feeling the Halloween fun! From spooky costumes to goblin games and laughter all around, our Day Hab friends celebrated the season in true festive spirit. 🧡💜

Every smile reminds us how creativity and community make holidays brighter for everyone!

🎃👻 Looking back on Friday, we’re still smiling from all the Halloween fun at our Trunk or Treat celebration! Middletown ...
11/03/2025

🎃👻 Looking back on Friday, we’re still smiling from all the Halloween fun at our Trunk or Treat celebration! Middletown Education students, staff, and families showed up in full force — with creative costumes, festive trunks, and endless Halloween spirit! 🚗🍬🕸️

We couldn’t help but share more sweet Halloween memories! Our Freedom Day Hab friends kicked off the celebration with a ...
11/03/2025

We couldn’t help but share more sweet Halloween memories! Our Freedom Day Hab friends kicked off the celebration with a festive Halloween breakfast — full of laughter, costumes, and plenty of breakfast treats!

Every smile reminds us that joy, creativity, and community make the best ingredients for any celebration. 💜🧡🖤

Scary characters, SWAT team members, Biggie Smalls, princesses, and even a few sneaky burglars — oh my! 👻 Our Orock 23 D...
11/01/2025

Scary characters, SWAT team members, Biggie Smalls, princesses, and even a few sneaky burglars — oh my! 👻 Our Orock 23 Day Hab friends went all out, showing off their creativity, costumes, and Halloween spirit in the best way possible.

It was a spooky great day filled with festive fun — a perfect reminder of how our community celebrates inclusion and joy together. 🎃

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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