AbleLight

Today is National Disability Independence Day, marking the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) becoming law! We'd like to reflect on the progress we've made and acknowledge the work that still lies ahead as we continue to advocate for the rights of individuals with disabilities. Read more on the AbleLight Blog below! ⭐

📍 Looking for a meaningful career in Minnesota? AbleLight will be attending a hiring event at the Anoka County Job Training Center on Wednesday, July 17 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM! Attendees will be able to chat with our team, ask questions, and learn more about our open roles. Current open roles include Direct Support Professionals and Individualized Home Support Caregivers. The event takes place at 1201 89th Ave NE, Blaine MN. We hope to see you there!

We're honored to celebrate our 120th anniversary this summer! 🎉 While our organization and even our name has changed, our mission and commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities have remained the same. 💙 We’re honored to have the opportunity to serve this community, and we’re so excited to see what the future holds! Read more on the AbleLight Blog below.

We're excited to share a special video with you all as we celebrate 120 years of supporting individuals with developmental disabilities! 💙 Starting with just 5 people in 1904, AbleLight has grown to support over 9,000 people throughout our history - and counting! Together, we've created opportunities for people to find joy and fulfillment. Thank you for believing in and supporting AbleLight's mission! Enjoy our 120th anniversary video below.

AbleLight is excited to welcome John Carreon as our Chief Advancement Officer! In this role, John will be leading the Development and Marketing & Communications operations and activities. John brings over 29 years of executive leadership experience. He has developed a career focused on nonprofit sustainability, strategic planning, organizational development, leadership coaching, and much more. Prior to joining the team at AbleLight, John was Co-CEO of Advancement Experts, a consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations build a culture of philanthropy. He also has previous experience in leadership roles at Purpose HQ and Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Welcome to the team, John! ⭐

AbleLight is honored to be celebrating our 120th anniversary! 🎉 We have been privileged to serve over 9,000 individuals with developmental disabilities since our doors first opened in 1904. As we gear up to celebrate 120 years of AbleLight, we want to hear from you! We invite you to share your favorite memories, stories, or what AbleLight means to you. Our collective experiences are what make our community so special, and stories like yours have shaped AbleLight's journey. 💙 Help us showcase the spirit of AbleLight and share your story! ⭐ Visit our website to submit yours today: https://bit.ly/45HqZ9U

Discover how AbleLight’s Supported Living Services empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities! Check out the AbleLight Blog below to learn more about how we tailor our support to help each person achieve their unique goals. ⭐

"I do this job to ensure that the people we support get to live the life that they want to live." - Katie, AbleLight Lead DSP We're now hiring Direct Support Professionals! Put your heart to work and join our amazing care team. Learn more at AbleLight.org/Careers! 💜

📣 Calling all job seekers in Minnesota: AbleLight is now hiring Shared Living Providers! As a Shared Living Provider, you can make a difference every day for a person with developmental disabilities that needs a safe, loving place to call home. 💙 Learn more and get started today at https://bit.ly/4bSvwsu.

Congratulations to Chris, a new employee at the Eau Claire AbleLight Thrift Shop! ⭐ Chris started out in the volunteer program at the shop. Over time, she started working with a job coach to move towards an employee position in the store. She was recently officially hired onto the team and works fully independently! The Eau Claire team recently celebrated her achievements in the store. Congrats, Chris! 🤩 Learn more about AbleLight Thrift Shops on our website: AbleLight.org/Thrift