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
The Therapy Center
Providing testing, early intervention, therapeutic services, autism programs and support from birth throughout life.
Birth To Three / Early Learners
Helping families address diverse developmental and health-related needs of infants and toddlers.
Adult Life Services
Enhancing quality of life through social activities, meaningful employment, health and wellness care by certified professionals, and high quality residential services.
Future Planning
Transition services, therapeutic services, employment programs, residential and additional supports for adults through their continuum of life.
Events
Adult Cooking with Jean
The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United StatesCreate 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.
Karaoke Night
The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United StatesAbilis Karaoke Night. Come out and sing your favorite song and hang out with friends. Snacks will be provided. Fee: $0 Included in Activity Membership
Abilis Choir
The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center 78 Harvard Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT, United StatesJoin 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.
Arts & Crafts
Greenwich Country Day School Gym, 401 Old Church Road, Greenwich, CT, United StatesJoin us for Arts & Crafts with students from Greenwich Country Day School
Hoops & Movement
Greenwich Country Day School Gym, 401 Old Church Road, Greenwich, CT, United StatesJoin us for Hoops & Movement with students from Greenwich Country Day School. Learn some basketball moves and how to play the game. All abilities welcome. Please wear sneakers.
News At Abilis
Abilis, the nonprofit organization providing services and support to more than 800 individuals with disabilities and their families, will celebrate a monumental milestone with the…
The nonprofit provides programs and services for children and adults of all abilities, from birth throughout their lives. The celebration in Greenwich featured a red…
The Abilis Youth Board hosted the 7th annual “Together We Shine” event for Abilis community members at Presbyterian Church in Greenwich Saturday night.
Abilis has kicked off its 2025 Holiday Gift Drive, inviting the community to help brighten the season for children and adults with disabilities across Fairfield…
As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect gift in a warm and welcoming atmosphere is a cherished local tradition. T
The adaptive house has six residents with complex medical needs, disabilities
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.