Abilities of Florida

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About Us

Abilities of Florida offers a variety of rehabilitation and employment services for people in the State of Florida with disabilities. Our programs include vocational evaluation and training, benefits planning, housing programs, and opportunities for self-employment.

In 2002, we affiliated with ServiceSource, a nonprofit organization with a mission to facilitate services and partnerships to support people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and community members to build more inclusive communities. ServiceSource comprises multiple affiliated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in concert to build more inclusive communities for people with disabilities. Each affiliate is a separate legal entity led by an executive director with deep community connections and expertise. 

Our Programs

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Florida Pre-ETS

This program is managed in partnership with the Florida Department of Education's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and supports students, families, schools, community agencies and organizations in providing services that promote a successful transition from school to work and into adult life.

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Family Support

Family Support Services is open to people with disabilities, veterans, seniors and their families to share information, education and resources.

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Transportation

This unique program provides freedom and flexibility by bridging the gap in transportation services and reducing financial barriers.

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Community Employment Program

Many of our employment opportunities are affirmative employment contracts to support our mission to provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

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Abilities Housing Program

The Abilities Housing program has a primary focus to provide affordable, accessible and safe housing for people with disabilities and those with low-income.

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Florida Vocational Evaluations

Our experienced Vocational Evaluators utilize a variety of assessment tools and behavioral observations to determine work readiness. The resulting evaluation report identifies specific occupational goals and provides recommendations for achieving them.

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Florida Job Placement

These services are directed by qualified and experienced staff and are designed to address pre-employment training, job development and job accommodation. Abilities of Florida is an approved Employment Network (EN) of the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work program.

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Florida Benefits Counseling

This program provides timely and accurate information to Social Security Administration (SSA) beneficiaries on SSA’s work incentives and other Federal efforts.

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Florida Duval Park

Duval Park is a 88-unit, affordable and permanent Housing community conveniently located near medical care, shopping and schools in a quiet part of Pinellas County, Florida.

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Florida Homes for Independence

Homes for Independence was formed in 1995 with a primary focus to provide affordable, accessible and safe housing for people with low income or those with disabilities.

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Warrior Bridge

Warrior Bridge is a vital connection to resources and support for veterans with disabilities as they seek employment, self-sufficiency and improved quality of life.

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Florida High School High Tech

The High School High Tech program is a community-based partnership that provides students with disabilities, ages 14-22, the opportunity to explore jobs and post-secondary education while still in High School.

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Florida Interpreting and Deaf Services

Our Interpreting and Deaf Services Program supports the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community by providing both certified and highly qualified sign language interpreters. Abilities of Florida has a team of interpreters available 24/7, 365 days a year.

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Florida Opportunity Calls

The Opportunity Calls program provides training within the Contact Center and Customer Service fields. Participants have the opportunity to earn certification in the field to increase both their skills and marketability.

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Business Solutions

Abilities of Florida is committed to creating opportunities for people with disabilities while providing customized business solutions to government customers. We support people with disabilities who provide call center services for the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) 411 Call Center in Tallahassee through a partnership with the RESPECT of Florida state use program.

To learn more and find out how we can support your business needs, email info@abilities.org.

Upcoming Events & Announcements

2024 Service Excellence Awards Luncheon

  • Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
  • Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
  • Details: This event recognizes the outstanding achievements of our workforce who demonstrate excellence on the job while providing essential services to our community.

Contact Information

Abilities of Florida
2735 Whitney Road
Clearwater, FL 33760

727-600-8923 (Phone)
727-538-7387 (Fax)

Tax ID

Abilities of Florida operates with Tax ID: 59-0874493.