Ability Montana

Ability Montana Ability MT is 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers services & resources to those living with disabilities.

mILp Services Include:

Information and Referral: mILp provides timely information to people with disabilities, their families, and the general public through the use of our staff's expertise and access to the internet and other information resources. Independent Living Skills Training: mILp's professional staff of Independent Living Specialists provide people with disabilities with both instructi

on and training to assist them with living independently. Ex: Daily living skills, Community Resource Acquisition, Support and Recreational Groups, Social Security Assistance. Individual and Group Advocacy: mILp''s staff provides our consumers with information and training regarding individual civil rights and responsibilities regarding local, state, and national issues. We assist consumers in promoting and modeling these interests to others. Peer Advocacy: A person who has experienced a disability may be available to help in a private one-on-one setting to provide peer advice and support to another individual who is experiencing similar adjustment challenges. All peer advocates are trained and supervised by mILp's professional staff members. Self Directed Personal Assistance Services Program (SDPAS): SDPAS is designed especially for consumers who wish to manage their own services by developing a long-term supportive care program in a home setting.

We're thrilled to announce a new partnership between Ability Montana and Simms in support of Camp Bullwheel! Camp Bullwh...
06/08/2026

We're thrilled to announce a new partnership between Ability Montana and Simms in support of Camp Bullwheel! Camp Bullwheel is a haven for individuals living with disabilities, built on the belief that everyone deserves access to the restorative power of the outdoors. Through accessible recreation, fishing, and adventure, Camp Bullwheel proves that disabilities shouldn't prevent anyone from experiencing the beauty of Montana's natural world.⁠
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The Core Angling Group, a dedicated team within Simms, visited recently to volunteer alongside us. As summer progresses, more of their team will be joining us streamside at Camp Bullwheel to keep that mission alive. We're so glad to have Simms on the water with us!

New workshop in Helena! If you’re looking to build more confidence around budgeting, credit, saving, and fraud preventio...
06/05/2026

New workshop in Helena! If you’re looking to build more confidence around budgeting, credit, saving, and fraud prevention, this is for you!
Join us in conjunction with Valley Bank for free monthly sessions focused on practical financial skills and everyday tools that can help you feel more informed and empowered.

📍 Ability Montana Conference Room
825 Great Northern Blvd, Suite 105
(near the Cinemark movie theater)

🗓 3rd Tuesday of every month
⏰ 10:30–11:30 AM

Whether you’re just getting started or looking for a refresher, this is a welcoming space to learn, ask questions, and build financial confidence alongside your community.

For more information, contact Allison Fredrickson at 406-475-4296 or [email protected].

Big news for Lindley Park in Bozeman 🌲⁠⁠New accessible trails are coming this summer — hard-packed paths wide enough for...
06/04/2026

Big news for Lindley Park in Bozeman 🌲⁠
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New accessible trails are coming this summer — hard-packed paths wide enough for two wheelchairs side by side, plus accessible vendor spaces at the farmers market and Sweet Pea Festival. Because everyone deserves to show up.⁠
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Celebrate at the 1st Annual Bozeman ADA Celebration on July 25th — it kicks off with a 5k Walk, Run & Roll, a ribbon-cutting for brand-new accessible trails, and a full day of vendors, food, and live music.

Read more on our blog (link in bio!).

Photos c/o Jodi Hausen, Ability Montana board member

Read more here: https://abilitymt.org/blog/accessible-trails-lindley-park-bozeman-this-summer

Sign up for the accessible 5k Walk, Run, Roll here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Bozeman/BozemanADAWalkRunRoll

Join us in Helena this week for an afternoon of connection and community! ☀️🧺⁠⁠Our consumer appreciation picnic is happe...
06/01/2026

Join us in Helena this week for an afternoon of connection and community! ☀️🧺⁠
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Our consumer appreciation picnic is happening this Thursday, June 4th from 12pm–2pm at the Lewis & Clark Fairgrounds Pavilion. We’d love to see you there for good food, conversation, and time together as we celebrate the amazing community that makes this work possible.⁠
We hope to see you there!

45 years of empowering independence… and still going strong! Since 1981, Ability Montana has been helping Montanans with...
05/27/2026

45 years of empowering independence… and still going strong! Since 1981, Ability Montana has been helping Montanans with disabilities lead their own lives as a Center for Independent Living (long before the ADA became law!). ⁠
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It’s 45 years of advocacy, support, and real impact. The work continues every day alongside individuals building lives rooted in choice, access, and independence.⁠
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Your Life. Your Choices. Our Support.

A new kind of freedom on three wheels! Living just outside of Whitehall, Montana, even short trips used to take careful ...
05/20/2026

A new kind of freedom on three wheels! Living just outside of Whitehall, Montana, even short trips used to take careful planning for Stephan, who relies on a walker for mobility. Wind, distance, and uneven terrain often made getting around unpredictable.⁠
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Now, with an electric trike, he can securely bring his walker along and travel with far more ease and consistency, whether it’s heading into town for groceries, grabbing coffee, or spending time in the community.⁠
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And, he’s already looking ahead. From attending the local farmers market as a vendor with his small business to planning longer rides to places like Boulder Hot Springs and beyond, transportation is no longer a barrier. ⁠
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Read Stephan’s full story and see how the right support can open up what’s possible → https://abilitymt.org/blog/better-mobility-rural-montana

05/13/2026

Heading to Let’s Talk Disability tomorrow in Helena? This quick guide walks you through exactly how to get there, from parking and entrances to accessible ramps, elevators, and finding the FLEX Theater with ease.⁠
Two nights of conversation, connection, and community start here.⁠
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📍 Carroll College FLEX Theater⁠
🗓 May 14 & 15⁠
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM⁠
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Haven’t grabbed your ticket yet? There’s still time! Get yours at the link in our bio.

What happens when a disability perspective is in the room where leadership is shaped? Ingrid Hill, COO of Ability Montan...
05/12/2026

What happens when a disability perspective is in the room where leadership is shaped? Ingrid Hill, COO of Ability Montana, shares her experience with Leadership Montana in our new blog. She talks about stepping into spaces not always built with disability in mind, building connections, and bringing a perspective that challenges assumptions and expands what inclusive leadership can look like.⁠
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It’s a story about showing up, being heard, and helping shape a more thoughtful, representative future for communities across the state.⁠
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Read Ingrid’s full story about why disability voices belong in every leadership conversation: https://abilitymt.org/blog/disability-voices-leadership-montana

Helena, it’s almost time! Let’s Talk Disability, Helena! is just around the corner. Get ready for two evenings centered ...
05/06/2026

Helena, it’s almost time! Let’s Talk Disability, Helena! is just around the corner. Get ready for two evenings centered on conversation, community, and disability awareness. Join us for this moving and entertaining event that brings people together and keeps the dialogue going.⁠
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📍 Carroll College Theater⁠
🗓 May 14 & 15⁠
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM⁠
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Don’t wait! Grab your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-talk-disability-helena-tickets-1254827285189

Cast a line, connect, and enjoy the outdoors 🎣! We are hosting a Veteran Directed Care fishing trip at Camp Bullwheel on...
04/24/2026

Cast a line, connect, and enjoy the outdoors 🎣! We are hosting a Veteran Directed Care fishing trip at Camp Bullwheel on May 6–7, bringing Veterans together for a full day of floating and fishing, followed by an overnight camp experience.⁠
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Interested in joining or volunteering? Be sure to RSVP and secure your spot!

Address

825 Great Northern Boulevard Ste 105
Helena, MT
59601

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+14064425755

Website

https://abilitymt.org/donate/

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