About The ABLE Network

Inspiring Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

The ABLE Network is a fee-for-service registered charity located in York Region. We are a community-based program that provides relevant, inclusive work and recreation opportunities for adults with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) in natural job and community settings. Our participants are supported in our five core programs of work, travel and safety training, recreation, continuing education, and community service activities.

Each participant has an individualized schedule. 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.

3 ABLE Participants in a kitchen cutting vegetables and smiling

Vision

We inspire adults with intellectual disabilities to be active, contributing citizens through access to better living and employment.

ABLE Participant cleaning kitchen counter

Mission

Our participants contribute confidently to the workplace and community, growing their independence and abilities through relevant experience in natural settings.

Together with our enthusiastic network of committed community partners, we create an environment of encouragement, healthy living, and life-long success.

Our Values and Guiding Principles

We continuously promote the concept of diversity and accessibility in the community, acting as a role model and demonstrating that people with intellectual disabilities are citizens who have contributions to make to society. We promote a vision of society that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive of the rights of all persons regardless of differences.
We develop and nurture long-term, positive relationships with participants, families, and community partners (employers, volunteers, donors, etc.).
We create a positive high integrity environment where our Vision and Mission can be achieved with success. We are fiscally accountable, transparent, and operate with cost-effectiveness for all programming. We strive to make the program affordable for families and participants.
All persons are entitled to respect. Respect requires recognition of and concern for the dignity of every person.
We patiently work with each participant to solve issues, develop new skills, and strive daily for maximum potential. We allow time for setbacks and keep a positive attitude at all times.

We provide inspiration, encouragement, and opportunity for participants to achieve new milestones toward a healthy, productive, and meaningful life in the community.
Every person, at every stage of their life should have lifelong learning opportunities to acquire the knowledge and skills they need to fulfil their aspirations and contribute to society. We strive to deliver exceptional programming based on proven research and best practices. We create a customised program for each participant that will directly benefit their personal outcomes.
We engage our participants in continued learning, recreation, work experiences, social skills that provide positive contributions for their overall well-being. We care deeply about building the self-esteem and capabilities of each of our participants.
We adopt green practices and are sensitive to the need to protect our environment wherever possible.

Our Lead Supporters

The ABLE Network is grateful for the generous support of our sponsors!

Apple Self Storage

Bingo World + Gaming

Lawrence Schafer Foundation

Magna International

Stouffville Christmas Home Tour

Friends of ABLE

100 Men Who Give a Damn Newmarket-Aurora

100+ Women who Care Central-York

100 Women who Care Stouffville

Butler Recycling

Carruthters Walker Financial

Concord Premium Meats

Connor, Clark & Lunn Private Capital

Cowan Insurance

Farmer Jack’s

Fer-Pal Infrastructure

Foley Restoration DKI

Hockley Brewing Company

LabX Media Group

PACKPRO

Penmore Benefits

Rockford’s Bar & Grill

Segal LLP

TD Canada Trust

Todd Brothers Contracting

Todd Pools

Whitchurch-Stouffville Legacy Fund

White Owl Family Office Group

ABLE Locations

20+ people sitting at tables on a large porch of the Aurora ABLE location

Aurora, Ontario

The ABLE Network Aurora is located in the Rectory of Trinity Anglican Church at 44 Metcalfe Street in Aurora. This unique location is in the heart of Aurora and provides us with easy access to public transit, work placement locations, recreation opportunities and other community locations. The Rectory is a vibrant multi-use building and we are very fortunate to share this space with other community organizations. This further enhances our ability to provide our participants with an inclusive community experience.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm

Aurora Community Partners

Apple Suites

Carrying Place Golf & Country Club

Harvey’s

Home Hardware

Lighthouse Learning & Development Centre

Longo’s Green Lane

Movati Athletic Richmond Hill

Morneau Shepell (Lifeworks)

Omars Shoes and Clothing

Sparkle Pharmacy

Sunrise Senior Living

Town of Aurora

Trinity Church Aurora

Welcoming Arms

York Region District School Board

York Region Transit

The front walkway leading to the Richmond Hill ABLE location

Richmond Hill, Ontario

The ABLE Network – Richmond Hill is located on the campus of L’Arche Daybreak at 11339 Yonge St. This beautiful location is right on Yonge Street, yet set back from the busy road and surrounded by nature. It is close to transit and makes the community of Richmond Hill accessible for work, recreation, and community service activities. The L’Arche community is very supportive of our program and this is an ideal partnership.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm

Richmond Hill Community Partners

Carrying Place Golf & Country Club

Chartwell Oak Ridges Retirement Residence

L'Arche Canda Foundation

L’Arche Daybreak

Mon Sheong Foundation

Richmond Hill Public Library

Sobeys

St. Mary & St. Joseph Coptic Church

The Salvation Army Thrift Store

Tim Hortons

York Region Transit

Stouffville, Ontario

The ABLE Network – Stouffville is located in beautiful St. James Presbyterian Church at 6432 Main St. This historic building on Stouffville’s Main St. gives us direct access to public transit, and is walking distance to many of our community activities. We are thrilled to be in our new home, and grateful for the warm welcome!

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm

Stouffville Community Partners

Hope and Healing International

In 2 One Community Church

Latcham Art Centre

Longo’s Stouffville

MCC Care & Share Thrift Shop

Mon Sheong Stouffville Long-Term Care

Progressive Montessori Academy

St. James Presbyterian Church

Witchurch Stouffville Food Bank

The Bottle Shed Foundation/Lions Club

Town of Stouffville

Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library

York Region Food Network

York Region Transit

Newmarket, Ontario

The ABLE Network – Newmarket is located in beautiful St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in downtown Newmarket. This location provides an ideal combination of Newmarket’s vibrant downtown Main Street with the peaceful setting of Fairy Lake and the Tom Taylor Trail. It is within walking distance to many local businesses and is close to public transit, allowing our participants to take full advantage of all the great community resources.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm