Strengthening Abilities

Ability 1st Utah seeks to help individuals with disabilities to break the barriers they may encounter in their journey of becoming independent, by connecting them with services in the community that will help them meet their goals on the road of having meaningful and successful lives.

Independent Living

We teach our consumers many different life skills through our Independent Living Program, to increase the skills they need to become independent.

We can Help!

We provide our consumer the necessary tools for them to live independently and lead lives full of accomplishments. Through the multiple services we offer we can make this process easier and enriching. Take our Survey and let us know how we are doing.

Ability 1st Utah Employment Network

We are an Employment Network for the Ticket to Work Program under the Social Security Administration. We offer employment services to help individuals with disabilities that wants to enter or renter into the workforce have a smooth transition while they are working.

Help their Future!

If you are interested in donating to our Center your donations will help a good cause.

Run, Walk, or Roll

Big THANK YOU to all that were part of our Run, Walk or Roll 2024!

Since January 2001, Ability 1st Utah has been providing services to individuals with all types of disabilities and of any age to help them achieve their goal of remaining independent in their homes and active in their communities.  Our organization seeks to help individuals with disabilities to remove whatever limitations they may encounter along the way and turn them into opportunities for developing their abilities to enjoy independent living lifestyles.

Mission Statement

To recognize, advocate, and respect each individual’s right and ability to realize their deserved quality of life.This will be accomplished by identifying needs, providing resources, strengthening abilities and advocating social and political change for our individuals with disabilities.

Vision Statement

To integrate, build and strengthen abilities for all individuals with disabilities.

Services and Programs:

News and Events

Halloween Party 

Come and join us for our Halloween Party! October 23rd from 11:00am-2:00pm. Music, food, dancing, costume contest, and much more! Please RSVP by Thursday October 17 by 11:00am and call Roger Dowing at 801-850-5566.

Big thank you to all who made our Run, Walk or Roll 2024 a big success!

Your opinion matters. Consider taking our survey!

Map of the Six Independent Living Centers in Utah

Ability 1st Utah will be there every step of the way!

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All types of Awareness

No matter where you come from or form of disability, this is the place for you. From learning critical skills to meeting new people, Ability 1st Utah can help.
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Stay Informed

Stay involved with all of Ability 1st Utah events.  By becoming involved with our events, you can learn and grow with people just like you.
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Health = Happiness

There is no need to be alone in this world.  Here at Ability 1st Utah, we come together to learn about independent living and how to live a healthy life.
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Become a Volunteer

We are always looking for volunteers.  Whether it be office work or helping at one of our events, any help is greatly appreciated.  Apply now to become a volunteer.

Ability 1st Utah has important information for the public to know about Transportation and ADA Policies.

Main Office

Phone

801-373-5044

 

Address

1455 West 820 North
Provo, Utah 84601

Hours

Monday- Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 7:30am-1:30pm

Ephraim Office

Phone

435-283-4949

Address

85 W 100 N
Ephraim, UT 84627

Hours

Monday- Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 7:30am-1:30pm

Email

Wendy@Ability1stUtah.org

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Thanks to all of our Sponsors!