Abilities of Florida

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.

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

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

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

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

We partner with the State of Florida's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to provide a core set of vocational rehabilitation services in ten workforce regions.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.