AbilityFirst is a nonprofit helping individuals with disabilities achieve their personal best throughout their lives! We do this with programs and services including after-school enrichment, community based programs, job training and coaching and a fully-accessible camp Camp Paivika, in the San  Bernardino forest. 

Established in 1926 as the Crippled Children's Society of Southern California, our mission is to look beyond disabilities, focusing on capabilities and expanding possibilities.  In 2000, we adopted the name AbilityFirst to better reflect our mission, our vision, and our commitment to celebrating the unique abilities of every individual.

AbilityFirst stands for and alongside people with developmental disabilities and their families. We create a welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong are are valued!

Our first consideration is always for the well-being of our participants, and - through the mutual trust that we share - each person is supported to achieve his or her personal best.


Non Profit

Rehabilitation

AbilityFirst

Lori Gangemi

Babette Rivera

Lisa Duenas

Isis McDonald

Courtney Beck Jurado

Roxanne Pacheco

Laura Beck

The Support Services Team at AbilityFirst is dedicated to providing comprehensive assistance to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their well-being and fostering personal growth. This team is responsible for coordinating activities, educational programs, and job training, while also offering individualized support through case management and community navigation. By leveraging their diverse expertise, team members work collaboratively to create an inclusive and empowering environment where participants can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

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