Advocacy in action! Members of the Ability Specialists team joined self-advocates at the Capitol to discuss workforce stability, funding, and the right to community living.

From managing multi-million dollar grants to teaching inclusive yoga, Shannon Phen brings a wealth of experience and heart to our leadership team. Read about her journey from epidemiology to community advocacy.

In times of transition, organizations have a choice: maintain the status quo or evolve. Ability Specialists is choosing evolution. Meet our new Executive Director, Dr. Nicolas Manning, and discover his vision for our next chapter—a future grounded in sustainable growth, strengthened program pillars, and a renewed commitment to the individuals and families we serve.