WHY ThisAbility?
Every person has abilities that can enable him/her to participate in and share with others the joys of life. We believe that in partnership with parents, educators, businesses, and the community we can discover "ThisAbility" in each person.
ThisAbility Florida is committed to achieving this discovery.
OUR VISION
ThisAbility Florida, Inc. Our vision is to partner with individuals, families and communities to help individuals achieve self-determination; organize resources in ways that are life enhancing and meaningful; develop self advocacy; and live a meaningful life in the community.
OUR MISSION
C.A.R.E.S
Our children are faced with many challenges and the incidentals of being a youth, which places all of them at-risk. Children At Risk Educational-Emotional Support Services (CARES) allows us to provide early intervention support services. We work cooperatively with parents, schools, the court, other agencies and departments to ensure positive outcomes for our children and their families, which ultimately ensures positive results for our community.
Ability Discovery Services:
We offer a person centered planning process that involves getting to know a person before supporting them in their life's plans.
Supported Career Employment Coaching:
We partner to develop employment, and customized employment based on the person's skill set, and or his /her career interests. This is implemented through our "Hire ThisAbility" partnerships and public service announcement campaign.
Resume Training & Development:
We provide training an assistance in customizing resumes based on career interest.
After High School Services:
We develop and provide assistance in career exploration, and college or technical school admissions.