Ability Connection Oklahoma serves children and adults with disabilities in Oklahoma through the following programs:
- Individual/Family Financial Assistance: As funding permits, assistance for specific expenses related to disabilities that have no other source of funding, including: medical equipment, supplies and repairs; housing and utilities; food, nutrition and formula; diapers and incontinent supplies.
- New Voices: Approved non-verbal individuals with disabilities received an iPad (or similar device) and speech app for verbal communication.
- Equipment Grants & Loans: Donated durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, bathroom equipment etc., are given or loaned to individuals at no cost, regardless of disability.
- Information, Education & Outreach: Information is provided to individuals with disabilities, parents, caregivers, professionals and volunteers regarding disability services, by phone, email and in person.
- Competitive Sports: Moore Xtreme & Special Friends: Athletes with disabilities train and compete in sports, including: Basketball-5 on 5, Skills, and 3 on 3; Bocce-Singles and Unified; Bowling-Singles, Doubles and Unified; Cornhole-Singles and Doubles; Flag Football; Golf-Unified and Doubles; Powerlifting; Swimming; and Track.
- Sensory & Adapted Toys: ACOK is a contracted provider with Self-Directed Services Program through Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS), we assist eligible participants in obtaining sensory and adaptive items.
- Willows and Northcliff Gardens: Sponsored by ACOK. HUD 202 Housing for adults with disabilities and low-income adults age 62+. Provided funding for education and outreach activities, internet and social opportunities for residents of the Willows.
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