As we move in to 2018 and are already halfway through January, it’s easy to forget Christmas was just a few weeks ago. But for those of you who missed our Annual Christmas party, check out photos and video from…
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SJSU Kinesiology Research Begins in Earnest
Ability Now participants began the first stage of the research project they are participating in with the Kinesiology Department at San Jose State University (SJSU). They went down to the SJSU campus to begin the diagnostic stage of the research.…
Thanksgiving Celebration
Participants and staff celebrated Thanksgiving early with Ability Now’s traditional Thanksgiving lunch the day before Thanksgiving Day. Meet the cooking crew: The feast was prepared by staff and included 4 sumptuous turkeys, home- made stuffing, both regular and vegetarian, mashed…
Halloween Party!
Ability Now participants and staff celebrated Halloween in style on October 31st. Participants enjoyed face-painting throughout the day, transforming themselves into spooky witches and ghouls or colorful clowns. Participants were split into two groups to…
Ability Now Participants Enjoy the Great Outdoors
It’s been a busy summer for our participants, and for some, it continues into the Fall. Ability Now’s participant Oscar Matias spent the last two months enjoying the great State parks that California has to offer. As part of their…
Ability Now Partners with San Jose State University in Kinesiology Study
Ability Now’s participants will be taking part in a new research project with the department of Kinesiology at San Jose State University. The research, led by Assistant Professor Areum Jensen and three graduate students, will begin working with 10 –…
What is planned giving and how does it benefit Ability Now Bay Area?
Planned giving is the thoughtful process of providing support for your favorite charitable causes in the context of your personal, financial, and estate planning. Adopting a strategy can help maximize available tax and financial benefits for you and/or your loved…
Monique Harris, Advocate in Action
Monique Harris, participant at Ability Now Bay Area, joined a group of healthcare advocates in protesting the repeal of the Affordable Care Act at Nevada Senator Dean Heller’s office. Monique joined with the domestic employers network organization, Hand in Hand,…
Ability Now is Out and About in the Community
It’s Alameda County Fair Time!
The Alameda County Fair is happening from June – July, and you can bet Ability Now participants have been joining in the fun. Small groups of participants have been attending the fair over the last few weeks, giving everyone the…