Building Inclusive Communities
The ABLE Network was created to inspire adults with intellectual disabilities to be active, contributing citizens through access to better living and employment.
The ABLE Network is a community-based program that provides relevant, inclusive work and recreation opportunities for adults with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) in natural job and community settings.
WHY WE DO IT
Building Community and Providing Opportunity
The ABLE Network is based on strong principles and research that states that inclusion of persons with an ID in natural settings provides them with an equal opportunity to make a contribution to the health and well-being of their community.
“I am so grateful that ABLE exists; it's the ideal program for Lucas and many others. Everything about it is top notch - the staff, the programming, the facilities, and, of course, the other participants. Lucas lives a much more fulfilling life because of ABLE. Plus, it's affordable, which is greatly appreciated.”
-Angela – An ABLE Network Parent
Make a Difference in Your Community
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The ABLE Network is funded 50% by fees paid by participants, and the other 50% is generated by grants, private donations, and organized fundraising events.
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Raise awareness within the business community, or become a community partner.
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Volunteer your time by working with our participants:
In our community service activities
In our continuing education program
In our recreation programs
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Complete your College or University field placement at one of our locations. The ABLE Network has provided opportunities to students in programs such as:
Bachelor of Education Alternative Placements
Developmental Service Worker
Social Service Worker
Child and Youth Care
Autism and Behaviour Sciences
Therapeutic Recreation
News and Events
ABLE Network Locations
Aurora
Program Manager:
Demi Lambiris
Mailing Address:
44 Metcalfe St.
Aurora, ON
L4G 1E6
Phone Number:
289-221-8787
Richmond Hill
Program Manager:
Emily Heilemann
Mailing Address:
11339 Yonge St.
Richmond Hill, ON
L4S 1L1
Phone Number:
905-717-7164
Stouffville
Program Manager:
Sonia Persaud
Mailing Address:
6432 Main St.
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
L4A 1G3
Phone Number:
416-528-8375
Newmarket
Program Manager:
Lindsay Hall
Mailing Address:
484 Water St.
Newmarket, ON
L3Y 1M5
Phone Number:
289-264-6522
Donate
The ABLE Network is funded 50% by fees paid by participants, and the other 50% is generated by grants, private donations, and organized fundraising events. Your donation directly helps our community and its members.
