The Viscardi Center, a network of non-profit organizations that educate, employ and empower children, adults and veterans with disabilities based on Long Island, announced the mission-based strategic acquisition on October 10, 2023.
Aligning with The Viscardi Center’s “3Es” (educate, employ, empower), the acquisition of Able offers an opportunity to enhance and expand upon the Center’s programs, services and advocacy. From an education standpoint, it presents experiential learning opportunities for students and program participants. Career exploration, internships, work-readiness activities, as well as paid employment and a platform for employers to post job openings are among the ways in which Able positions Viscardi to deliver on its commitment to increase pre- and tangible employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
A means for broadening the organization’s advocacy efforts and impact and a medium to amplify disability lifestyle, culture and resources, ties to the Center’s empowerment pillar. Founded in 1991, Able will be rebranded under The Viscardi Center umbrella and relaunch in early 2024.