About
They create a welcoming environment where participants feel they belong and are valued. Programs are tailored to individual interests and needs, from childhood to adulthood. AbilityFirst provides program centers throughout Greater Los Angeles and a fully accessible sleepaway camp in the San Bernardino National Forest. The organization has a long history of innovation and advocacy, pioneering some of California's first community-based services for children with disabilities and setting a national benchmark for accessibility with the design and construction of one of the country's first fully accessible camps.
Insurance & payment
Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Adult Day Programs
AbilityFirst provides adult day programs that foster social connection, confidence-building experiences, employment training and coaching, and engaging activities.
Children & Teens Programs
AbilityFirst offers programs for children and teens that provide social connection, confidence-building experiences, and engaging activities.
College to Career Employment Services
AbilityFirst provides employment services to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities transition to college and career.
Project SEARCH
AbilityFirst offers Project SEARCH, a program that provides employment training and coaching for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Aquatics
AbilityFirst offers aquatic programs that provide engaging activities and social connection for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Camp Paivika
AbilityFirst operates a fully accessible sleepaway camp in the San Bernardino National Forest that provides a welcoming environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.