A History of Service

Advancing abilities for those with special needs since 1951

Abilis (ABLE-ISS) provides vital services and supports for individuals of all ages that have special needs and disabilities. With a lifelong continuum, Abilis’ services include Therapeutic Services and Life Services - starting at birth and continuing throughout an individual’s lifespan.

Program and Services

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The Therapy Center

Providing testing, early intervention, therapeutic services, autism programs and support from birth throughout life.

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Birth To Three / Early Learners

Helping families address diverse developmental and health-related needs of infants and toddlers.

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Adult Life Services

Enhancing quality of life through social activities, meaningful employment, health and wellness care by certified professionals, and high quality residential services.

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Future Planning

Transition services, therapeutic services, employment programs, residential and additional supports for adults through their continuum of life.

Event Series Abilis Choir

Abilis Choir

The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United States

Join the Abilis Choir. The Abilis Choir will be meeting for rehearsals on Saturdays. The choir will be performing at various Abilis events and in the community.

Event Series Sports With Friends

Sports With Friends

Greenwich Country Day School Gym, 401 Old Church Road, Greenwich, CT, United States

Come join us and enjoy a variety of sports with Greenwich Country Day School students.  All abilities welcome.  Please wear sneakers.

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Event Series Virtual Party

Virtual Party

Virtual Event

Do you enjoy music, trivia, pictionary and just hanging out? If you do, don’t miss our Abilis Virtual Party with Greenwich Country Day School. Once registered, a link will be…

Event Series Adult Cooking with Jean

Adult Cooking with Jean

The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United States

Create a simple, delicious recipe each week with our instructor, Jean.  Learn the basics of selecting and reading recipes, measuring, cutting food safely and using the stovetop and oven.  Once the food is cooked, enjoy it! Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

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Event Series Abilis Choir

Abilis Choir

The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United States

Join the Abilis Choir. The Abilis Choir will be meeting for rehearsals on Saturdays. The choir will be performing at various Abilis events and in the community.

News At Abilis

News Abilis hosts 19th annual Walk Run at Tods Point Greenwich Magazine, October 30, 2024

Abilis hosts 19th annual Walk-Run at Tods Point

When: October 13, 2024Where: Tods point Park, Old Greenwich CTPhotos by: Bob Capazzo for Greenwich Magazine

Media outlet: Greenwich Magazine

News Local leaders visit Abilis program News 12 Connecticut, October 24, 2024

Local leaders visit a jobs training program at Abilis in Greenwich for adults with developmental disabilities

Sen. Richard Blumenthal was among several local leaders to attend Abilis jobs training program in Greenwich on Oct. 24. The event was held to highlight National Disability Employment Awareness Month….

Media outlet: News 12 Connecticut

Abilis Featured Photo Abilis Annual WalkRun at Tods Point Set for Sunday Oct 13 Greenwich Free Press, October 7, 2024

Abilis Annual Walk/Run at Tod’s Point Set for Sunday, Oct 13

The 19th annual Walk/Run for Abilis is set for Sunday, Oct 13 in the Clam Bake area at Greenwich Point. Participants walk 1-mile or run a 5k at this family-friendly…

Media outlet: Greenwich Free Press

News Abilis Announces New Director of Therapeutic Services Jennie Greenwich Sentinel, October 7, 2024

Abilis Announces New Director of Therapeutic Services

Abilis announces that Jennifer (Jennie) Miklautsch has been promoted to director of Therapeutic Services at Abilis.. Abilis Early Learners program is one of 18 programs contracted by the State of…

Media outlet: Greenwich Sentinel

Abilis Featured Photo Abilis Darien Library The Cafe at Darien Library Help All to Succeed at Work HamletHub Darien, October 5, 2024

Abilis, Darien Library & The Café at Darien Library Help All to Succeed at Work!

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! Abilis, Darien Library and The Café at Darien Library are proud to support and empower individuals with disabilities by providing the resources,…

Media outlet: HamletHub Darien

Abilis Featured Photo Abilis Gardens Gifts Fall Preview Night Set for Oct 9 Greenwich Free Press, October 3, 2024

Abilis Gardens & Gifts Fall Preview Night Set for Oct 9

Abilis Gardens & Gifts is excited to announce a special Fall Preview Night on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at the shop and greenhouse, located at 50 Glenville Street…

Media outlet: Greenwich Free Press

The Gift of Giving

Your gift will provide essential services and advocacy supports for over 800 individuals with special needs and their families from birth through their lifespan. Together we can make a difference in the lives of hundreds of individuals and families who depend upon Abilis to achieve their potential and lead meaningful lives.