DakotAbilities

03/17/2026

We're proud to be a collection site for Movers for Moms! 💼👗

Help us support EmBe's Dress for Success program by donating new or gently used professional clothing and self-care items for local moms. Every donation helps a woman walk into her next interview, new job, or fresh start with confidence and dignity. Drop off donations right here at our location in the Front Office!

We're accepting:
✔️ Professional clothing (blouses, blazers, slacks, dresses & skirts)
✔️ Shoes, handbags & accessories
✔️ Jewelry & professional portfolios
✔️ New undergarments & hosiery
✔️ Makeup, personal care & toiletry items (new only)

Together, we can make a real difference for women in our community. Thank you for being part of this! 🙌

03/17/2026

More than a month. More than a mission. It's a way of life. Read our latest blog to see how the people we support — and the community around them — make inclusion real every day. 🔗https://www.dakotabilities.org/news-events/more-than-a-month-how-dakotabilities-lives-developmental-disabilities-awareness-every-day

03/16/2026

We are so grateful to have been selected as a grant recipient through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines and First Bank & Trust!

This funding means more resources, more support, and more opportunities for the adults we support here in Sioux Falls. Every dollar goes toward building a life of greater independence and dignity.

Thank you for investing in our community and believing in our mission: Together, we create a warm and welcoming community enriching the lives of those we support!

03/16/2026

03/12/2026

We're thrilled to invite you to our upcoming production of Aesop's Fables! Join us Thursday and Friday, April 23rd and 24th, from 1 PM to 2 PM, for a collection of short stories full of magic, whimsy, and beloved classical characters like the Tortoise, the Hare, and the Wolf in Sheep's Clothing.

April 23 & 24 | Curtain call at 1 PM | Longfellow Center | Free Admission

We can't wait to share the wonder and imagination of this timeless production with you. See you there! 🎭 Theatre 605 Black Hills Playhouse

03/11/2026

We're hiring — and we'd love for you to be part of our team.

At DakotAbilities, your work matters every single day — for the people we support and for your own future. Whether you're just starting out, changing careers, or bringing years of experience, you belong here.

We're looking for compassionate, dedicated people to join our team as Direct Support Professionals, nurses, residential managers, service coordinators, and more. In return, we invest in you — with competitive wages, employer-paid vision and dental, health insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, PTO, and real opportunities to grow.

Build a career that changes lives — including your own.
👉 View open positions: dakotabilities.org/join-our-team

Your fulfilling career starts here! Our compassionate, knowledgeable staff supports people in finding meaningful experiences and living their best lives. Your work at DakotAbilities matters, and YOU matter at DakotAbilities.DakotAbilities invests in our employees to help them learn, grow, and…

03/10/2026

Our 2026 Newsletter Series is here — and the first edition is ready to read! 📬

From our team to yours, we're sharing updates, stories, and a look at the meaningful work happening every day at DakotAbilities. Click the link below to check it out! 👉

Working together, we create opportunities and meaningful lives for people with disabilities.

03/09/2026

03/05/2026

🌟 We are so proud to announce Mary Moller as our February "Living the Mission" award winner! While Mary works in our accounting office, her impact on the DakotAbilities community extends far beyond her day-to-day responsibilities. Each and every day, without fail, she takes time out of her busy schedule to visit, share hugs, offer encouragement, and genuinely check in with the individuals we support. She has built deep, meaningful bonds that make people feel truly seen and cared for. As her nominator shared, Mary is a shining example of "True EMPATHY and COMPASSION" — and her warmth has even inspired those around her to build those same connections. Congratulations, Mary, and a huge thank you to all of our February nominees as well! To read the full nomination, click here: https://www.dakotabilities.org/news-events/mary-moller-wins-february-living-the-mission-award 💙

03/04/2026

At DakotAbilities, our third core value—Accomplishments Are Celebrated—reminds us to recognize every milestone, every new experience, and every moment of joy along the way.

This week, we are proud to celebrate Noelle and her incredible accomplishment on the slopes at Great Bear Ski Valley through their Adaptive Ski Program.

With the support of Adaptive Coordinator Curt Hohman and a dedicated team, Noelle was introduced to adaptive ski equipment tailored to her abilities. After trying different setups, she found success with a chair assist, allowing her to safely glide down the hill while receiving gentle cues from her instructor. With each run, her confidence grew—and so did her smile.

Her parents were there to cheer her on, and the joy on Noelle’s face said it all. This experience wasn’t just about skiing—it was about building confidence, embracing new opportunities, and celebrating what’s possible with the right support.

We celebrate Noelle for her courage, her determination, and the happiness she experienced in trying something new. Moments like these reflect what our mission and core values are all about: creating opportunities, fostering independence, and celebrating every accomplishment—big and small.

03/02/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month—a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities, and to reflect on the importance of building a more inclusive and equitable world.

This month reminds us that awareness is more than recognition—it’s action. It’s creating communities where everyone has access to opportunities, meaningful employment, supportive relationships, and the ability to live with dignity and independence.

When we listen, learn, and advocate together, we move closer to a future where every person is valued not for their limitations, but for their unique abilities and impact. , we create a warm and welcoming community enriching the lives of those we support.