Dion
ExploreAbility
For someone who struggles with new environments, Dion has come a long way at AbilityFirst. Ever since he joined in…
Clara
Lawrence L. Frank Center
Staff and fellow participants at AbilityFirst’s after-school programs have become like a second family for Clara. She has been with…
Rafael
Supported Employment
Rafael had the ability to work and a natural interest in connecting with others. However, he didn’t quite know how…
Citlaly
Claremont Artist
This is Citlaly and her beautiful artwork! Citlaly shares that her favorite part of daily program are the arts and…
Emily
College Success
Sometimes adversity can lead to opportunity, and eventually, success. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Emily was attending Pasadena City College, working…
Elder C.
Going Above & Beyond
Elder Cervantes is used to going above and beyond—and his hard work is paying off. A participant in the Work…
Rebeka P.
Moving Up
Rebeka Pineda has plenty of experience in the Work Activity Program, having been a member for nearly seven years. Her…
Leysi B.
A Star Employee
Between raising a two-year-old son who has a disability, improving her English language speaking skills, and dealing with the challenges…
Alec H.
Growth & Independence
When Alec Hamilton’s family moved from Florida to California, they had no connections in the area. Two years later, they’ve…
Nick L.
Making Great Strides
After turning eighteen in May, program participant and junior volunteer Nick L. felt disappointed and nervous about leaving his original…
Jessica M.
A Chef in the Making
Is Jessica Marrero a chef in the making? Time will tell—but after four weeks of internship at a local café,…