Empowering Abilities

11/06/2026

Printed with Pride. Made to Honor. ❤️🤍💙

This week's Fresh Off the Press Friday features a special project for LMT Defense!

Our Screen Print & Embroidery team at Empowering Abilities has been busy bringing a patriotic design to life, honoring the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served our nation.

From the American flag on the sleeve to the bold artwork on the back, this is one design that makes a statement!

And behind every print is a team creating quality custom apparel while supporting meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

👕 Have a design in mind? Let's bring it to life!

Whether it's for your business, team, organization, or special event, we're ready to make it happen!

Reach out today to get started!

11/05/2026

🏈🍀 BIG GAME. BIGGER IMPACT.

What if your next football game could make a difference far beyond the field? 💚

We're auctioning off FOUR tickets to Notre Dame vs. Boston College on November 14! And while you're bidding on an unforgettable game day experience, you're also helping create more opportunities for the individuals we serve at Empowering Abilities.

📍 Section 101 | Row 5 | Seats 13–16

Every bid is about more than football. It's about supporting independence, experiences, and possibilities for our participants.

🏈 Ready to make your bid?

Fill out our quick bidding form here: tinyurl.com/EATicketBid

⏰ Bidding closes Monday, November 9, at NOON! The highest bidder will be contacted that afternoon.

Let's turn a great game into an even greater impact! 💚

11/04/2026

🏈🍀 FOOTBALL FANS, THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! 🍀🏈

What if your next Notre Dame football game could make a difference far beyond the field? 💚

We're auctioning off FOUR tickets to see Notre Dame take on Boston College on November 14! But this isn't just about scoring great seats. Every bid helps Empowering Abilities create more opportunities, meaningful experiences, and greater independence for the individuals we serve.

🎟️ GAME DETAILS:
🏈 Notre Dame vs. Boston College
📅 Saturday, November 14
📍 Section 101 | Row 5 | Seats 13–16
🎟️ 4 Tickets Together!

The best part? Whether you're cheering from the stands or supporting from home, your generosity can make a lasting impact.

🚨 READY TO BID?
Simply fill out our super quick bidding form below!

👉 tinyurl.com/EATicketBid

⏰ The highest bidder will be contacted on Monday, November 9, at 12:00 PM (noon)!

Don't miss your chance to experience Notre Dame football while supporting a mission that goes well beyond game day! 💚💛

11/04/2026

🚨 THE JOB MARKET CALLED... WE ANSWERED! 📞💼

Not one. Not five. But TEN opportunities to join the Empowering Abilities team! 🤩

It's Work With Us Wednesday, and we're looking for our next crew of difference-makers!

👩‍🍳 Kitchen pros? We need you.

🩺 Healthcare heroes? We've got a spot.

💙 People who love helping others? Say less.

📋 Leaders, organizers, and problem solvers? You're on our radar!

Here's the full lineup of opportunities waiting for YOU! 👀

✨ Cook
✨ Daily Discovery Mentor
✨ Employment Lead
✨ Endeavor Living Case Manager
✨ Group Home Support
✨ Nurse (LPN/RN)
✨ Prevocational Supervisor
✨ Receptionist (Part-Time)
✨ Resident Aide
✨ Residential Mentor

From Daily Discovery to Residential Services and beyond, there's more than one way to make a difference here!

💼 10 open positions.
💙 1 incredible mission.
👀 And maybe... YOU?

📲 Ready to make your move? Explore our openings and apply today!

🔗 www.empoweringabilities.org/join-our-team/

Know someone looking for their next opportunity? Tag them below or share this post! 💌

11/03/2026

Planning for the future can raise a lot of questions for people with disabilities and their families.

Where do you start?
What resources are available?

How might today’s financial decisions affect support down the road?
Thrivent is hosting a FREE educational workshop, Planning for Special Needs Individuals and Their Families, with four opportunities to attend.
The session is led by Thrivent Financial Advisor Hannah Magrum, ChSNC®, a nationally recognized specialist in special needs planning. Hannah’s Chartered Special Needs Consultant® designation reflects specialized training in planning for people with disabilities and their families. She also brings lived experience, offering insight that’s both practical and personal.

Hannah will discuss special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, Medicaid and Medicare, support options, IEPs and 504 plans, tax considerations, and how personal financial planning connects to special needs planning.

There is still time to register:
📅 Thursday, November 5 at noon: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000326070123?aff=oddtdtcreator

💬 Know someone who could benefit? Please share this with them.
No products will be sold.

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Planning for the future can raise a lot of questions for people with disabilities and their families.

Where do you start?
What resources are available?
How might today’s financial decisions affect support down the road?

Thrivent is hosting a FREE educational workshop, Planning for Special Needs Individuals and Their Families, with four opportunities to attend.

The session is led by Thrivent Financial Advisor Hannah Magrum, ChSNC®, a nationally recognized specialist in special needs planning. Hannah’s Chartered Special Needs Consultant® designation reflects specialized training in planning for people with disabilities and their families. She also brings lived experience, offering insight that’s both practical and personal.

Hannah will discuss special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, Medicaid and Medicare, support options, IEPs and 504 plans, tax considerations, and how personal financial planning connects to special needs planning.

Choose a time and reserve your spot:

📅 Tuesday, October 13 at noon: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999725204919?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Tuesday, October 13 at 6 p.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000325460299?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Thursday, November 5 at noon: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000326070123?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Thursday, November 5 at 6 p.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000327414143?aff=oddtdtcreator

💬 Know someone who could benefit? Please share this with them.

No products will be sold.

11/03/2026

🎃🚀 Ready, Aim, PUMPKIN! 💥

Who knew pumpkins could fly?!

Daily Discovery East took Halloween fun to new heights with their annual Pumpkin Launch! 🎃

With pumpkins left over from Halloween and plenty of excitement in the air, participants enjoyed a morning filled with anticipation, laughter, and a little friendly competition as they watched their pumpkins take flight!

💪 From testing their strength to cheering on each launch, the morning was all about trying something different and seeing just how far those pumpkins could go!

A special thank you to our Maintenance Team for helping make this annual tradition possible. Your creativity and hard work help turn an ordinary morning into something extraordinary! 🧡

11/02/2026

Mission Moment: The Opportunity to Surprise Us

"I'll never forget watching one of our participants shoot basketballs from half court.

He wasn't just making one lucky shot. He was making almost every single one.

As I watched, I couldn't help but think about how easily someone might have underestimated him without ever seeing what he could do.

That moment reminded me of one of the most important lessons I've learned at Empowering Abilities: Never underestimate what someone is capable of just because they have a disability. Everyone has their own strengths, talents, and abilities, but sometimes the world is so focused on what someone might not be able to do that it overlooks everything they can.

And sometimes, all it takes is one opportunity to change that perspective.

When I first started at Empowering Abilities, I didn't know exactly what to expect. I remember how welcoming the staff and participants were, especially my coworker Kristi, who helped me settle in and learn what it takes to run a classroom.

I came here hoping to make a difference in the lives of others. What I didn't realize was just how much they would change the way I see the world.

I've learned that some of the experiences we take for granted are the very ones someone else may be waiting for the chance to enjoy.

Being part of Night to Shine really brought that home for me.

Watching everyone enjoy such a special evening was something I'll always remember. There was so much happiness, and knowing that I got to be a small part of making that experience possible meant a lot.

I think people outside of Empowering Abilities might not always realize how significant those moments are. For some of the people we support, opportunities like Night to Shine don't come around very often.

And that's what makes them matter so much.

Because everyone deserves the chance to feel included, to experience something exciting, and to have memories they can look back on with a smile.

To me, that's the heart of Creating Opportunities, Changing Lives.

It's recognizing that a person's disability should never determine the experiences they're offered or the possibilities they're encouraged to explore.

The people I support have taught me that there is so much more to a person than what others might see at first glance. They've challenged me to think differently, to appreciate the little things, and to recognize just how powerful an opportunity can be.

I may be here to help others grow, but the truth is, they help me grow every single day.

And when I think back to that participant standing at half court, making shot after shot, I don't just remember the basketball going through the hoop.

I remember the lesson he taught me without ever having to say a word.

Never let what you think someone can't do keep you from discovering all the incredible things they can."

10/31/2026

👽🐄 ALIENS AND COWS HAVE INVADED DAILY DISCOVERY WEST?! 🚨🛸

Houston, we have a problem... and it's happening right here at Empowering Abilities! 😂

Halloween took an unexpected turn at Daily Discovery West when some unusual visitors were spotted roaming the building! 👀

Our participants were sent on a mission to track down the aliens, with the option to join the search in person or watch the adventure unfold LIVE from the comfort of the multi-purpose room!

Thanks to some quick thinking from our mentors, a Zoom call was projected onto the big screen, giving everyone a front-row seat to the alien hunt! 📺🛸

Who knew an alien invasion could make for such a fun Halloween?! 🎃

A huge shoutout to our Daily Discovery West mentors for thinking outside the box and making sure everyone could be part of the excitement! 💚

10/31/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Came Early at Daily Discovery East! 🍬🧡

Who says you have to wait until October 31 to celebrate?!

Daily Discovery East got a head start on Halloween with trick-or-treating throughout the halls! From fun costumes to exciting goodies like necklaces and bracelets, there was no shortage of Halloween spirit! 🎭✨

And we couldn't help but capture the incredible pumpkins decorated by our classrooms! 🎃 Each one showed off a little personality and a whole lot of creativity!

Alongside the festivities, Daily Discovery East also took time to honor and remember past participants with a special Day of the Dead remembrance. ❤️🌼 A meaningful tribute to those who will always hold a special place in our hearts.

A big thank you to our Daily Discovery East mentors for all the creativity, thoughtfulness, and effort they put into making this celebration so special. From planning the festivities to honoring those we've lost, your dedication shines through in everything you do! 🧡

What a wonderful mix of Halloween fun, creativity, and heartfelt remembrance!

10/31/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween! 👻🎃

Wishing everyone a safe, spooky, and fun-filled Halloween! Whether you're dressing up, carving pumpkins, or enjoying sweet treats, we hope your day is full of smiles and a little bit of magic. ✨

Have a safe and fang‑tastic Halloween! 🕸️🦇