Join the Ability First Team | View Opportunities
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Community-Based Support That Promotes Independence, Dignity, and Stability
Ability First provides comprehensive developmental disability services in New Mexico for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who want to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives.
With residential group homes, family living, in-home support, day programs, employment services, respite care, and adult nursing, we deliver person-centered care across Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Vegas NM, and surrounding communities.
Since 2004, Ability First has been a trusted leader in adult disability care across New Mexico. Our mission is simple:
To add value and stability to the lives of people with developmental disabilities and faithfully support the people who care for them.
Ability First delivers services under both the DD Waiver and the Mi Via Waiver programs in New Mexico. DD Waiver services are available in our Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Vegas NM locations, and Mi Via services are offered to eligible individuals statewide.
If you have questions about eligibility or program differences, our team is here to help.
For families searching for safe, community-based housing, Ability First provides structured residential services across multiple locations.
Our supported living and family living homes offer:
We are not institutional care. Our homes are designed for dignity, choice, and inclusion.
Not every individual requires full-time residential care. Our In-Home Community Support Services assist adults who live in their own homes or family homes.
Services include:
We work closely with families and case management teams to ensure services align with state guidelines and individual goals.
Our day programs provide structured, engaging environments that go beyond supervision.
We focus on helping adults build confidence, independence, and purpose.
Employment builds independence and opportunity.
Through customized employment and vocational rehabilitation partnerships, Ability First helps adults:
We partner with local employers to promote inclusive hiring practices across New Mexico.
For individuals with health-related needs, our Adult Nursing Services provide:
Our nursing team helps individuals maintain their highest level of independence while living safely in community-based settings.
Caring for a loved one with developmental disabilities involves sustained commitment and daily responsibility. Our Respite Care Services provide structured, short-term support so caregivers can rest, manage other responsibilities, and recharge – while ensuring individuals continue to receive safe, consistent, person-centered care.
Respite services may be delivered in the home or community, and are designed to look after both caregiver well-being and individual stability.
Families across New Mexico trust Ability First because we:
We are proud to be a respected leader in developmental disability services New Mexico families rely on.
Behind every successful service is a team of dedicated Direct Support Professionals.
If you are passionate about supporting adults with developmental disabilities and want to work in a structured, mission-driven organization, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Ability First.
We offer:
Ability First currently operates in:
Whether you are searching for residential services, in-home support, day programs, or employment services, our team is ready to assist.
If you are seeking developmental disability services in New Mexico for yourself or a loved one or if you are ready to begin a purpose-driven career — we are here to help.
