Abilities First

Abilities First The mission of Abilities First is Turning Abilities Into Opportunities.

Abilities First is an organization that promotes inclusive opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. We believe that everyone has abilities and by ensuring that people have the opportunity to use their abilities, we make our community better for all of us. Abilities First uses public and private funds to support the choices of individuals with developmental disabilities in Greene County to live, work, play, be active, and productive in meaningful ways in our community.

Today, we honor and thank all veterans and active-duty service members for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication.In o...
11/11/2025

Today, we honor and thank all veterans and active-duty service members for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication.

In observance of Veterans Day, the Abilities First office is closed today and will reopen tomorrow at 8:00 AM.

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible "Connections Event" with Missouri State Bear POWER These students work hard ever...
11/07/2025

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible "Connections Event" with Missouri State Bear POWER These students work hard every day with their passion, perseverance, and positivity.

To all Bear POWER participants, thank you for everything you do. We’re cheering you on for a fantastic year ahead and sending heartfelt congratulations to those graduating!

Inclusion, belonging, choice, disability advocacy, and strong community partnerships truly make the world a better place. Together, we’re building a future that’s more connected, compassionate, and empowered.





Abilities First has compiled a list of food resources for you and your family. To make it easy to access, we’re sharing ...
11/06/2025

Abilities First has compiled a list of food resources for you and your family. To make it easy to access, we’re sharing all links and details in the comments below since Facebook limits link visibility in posts.

Do you know of additional resources? Please share them in the comments so everyone in our community can benefit! 💙

11/04/2025

Sheila Wunning maintains patient engagement despite promotion, leading advances in community-focused mental health care.

Congratulations to the Biz 417 Remarkable Class of Fall 2025, including our President and CEO, Maggie Rollwagen, who spo...
11/01/2025

Congratulations to the Biz 417 Remarkable Class of Fall 2025, including our President and CEO, Maggie Rollwagen, who spoke about inclusion, choice, and belonging.




2nd Annual Candy Crawl
10/31/2025

2nd Annual Candy Crawl

Get ready for a spook-tacular afternoon at the 2nd Annual Candy Crawl 🎃🍭Come visit from 3:00-5:00 PM to get candy, pet t...
10/30/2025

Get ready for a spook-tacular afternoon at the 2nd Annual Candy Crawl 🎃🍭

Come visit from 3:00-5:00 PM to get candy, pet the Redemption Ranch Therapy Horses, and vote on your favorite door!

We'll see you soon at 3216 S. National Ave.!

Redemption Ranch Therapy Horses are coming to Abilities First for the Candy Crawl! Come pet some miniature horses, learn...
10/29/2025

Redemption Ranch Therapy Horses are coming to Abilities First for the Candy Crawl! Come pet some miniature horses, learn how they can be service animals, and take pictures with them.

📅 October 30 | 3–5 PM
📍 Abilities First, 3216 S. National Ave.

Address

3216 S. National Avenue
Springfield, MO
65807

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14178860404

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