Organization Profile

Ability Resource Association

Vision & Mission

We provide opportunities and supports for people with disabilities

History

We’ve been supporting the success of people with disabilities since 1953

 

Board & Leadership Team

Together, the Board of Directors and Leadership Team set the direction for the organization

 

COMMUNITY ACCESS

About our service

Supporting working-age youth and adults with disabilities to achieve their goals in independence, well-being and community, this service typically appeals to people who desire increased community involvement, relationship-building and skill development. Individuals in these services are primarily funded through Disability Services – PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities) and Family Support for Children with Disabilities, departments within the Government of Alberta.   

To determine if you are eligible for these government-funded services, please contact Lethbridge Disability Services at 403-381-5777 or for more information on their website at: https://www.alberta.ca/supports-for-people-with-disabilities.aspx 

ABILITY EMPLOYMENT

About Ability Employment

Ability Employment is located at 416 – 8 Street South, Lethbridge and offers pre-employment and employment services to adult Albertans with disabilities or chronic mental health conditions that may be preventing them from finding and maintaining successful employment in Lethbridge and the surrounding area.

Ability Employment is funded in part by The Government Of Alberta, Alberta Disability Services – Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) and Alberta Health Services – Addictions and Mental Health. People interested in receiving employment support services from Ability Employment can inquire directly to determine eligibility for services and referrals are also made through the government funding sources.

Ability Employment is a division of the Ability Resource Association, a not-for-profit registered charity.

ABILITY Bottle Depots

About Ability Bottle Depots

A division of Ability Resource Association, a registered charity (non-profit) dedicated to providing opportunities and supports for people with disabilities.

WE ARE EXPANDING OUR BEVERAGE CONTAINER PICK UP SERVICE TO INCLUDE COALDALE AND COALHURST!

Pick up available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. ***2 Large Bag minimum*** Fee is $8 and will be waived if refund is donated to Ability (charitable donation receipts provided upon request).

For questions or to arrange pick up please call: (403) 329-3911 or visit us at www.abilityresource.ca

 

Org Name:

Ability Resource Association

Contact Name:

Emily Gallant

Job Title:

Employment Specialist

Telephone:

(403) 317-4550

Email:

Address:

416 8th Street South

Website:

Joined:

January 26, 2024 11:41 am

Last Update:

September 17, 2024 12:42 pm