Mac Dugan has big plans for his sawmill and furniture-making business, plans the resident of Moose Mountain, N.B., never would have thought possible just three years ago. Mac, 23, has cerebral palsy and up until the establishment of his business, Mac’s Sawmill, in 2021, he viewed his wood-working endeavours as little more than a hobby. All that changed when Ability New Brunswick introduced Mac to its Transition NB program and a whole new world opened up to the young … [Read more...] about Mac’s story: a broader view on life
Success Stories
Thanks to our generous donors and supporters, Ability New Brunswick is providing services and programs that are making a significant difference in people's lives. We're delighted to share their successes with you here.
Tammy’s Story: Rediscovering life’s simple pleasures through sewing and knitting
After struggling for years with chronic health problems and mobility issues, Tammy Button of Saint John is once again enjoying the sewing and knitting that helps her relax and appreciate the simple pleasures of life. Tammy, 57, is a single mom living on social assistance. A series of car accidents, compounded with long-standing health conditions including a rare form of cystic fibrosis, left her unable to work and vulnerable to the pitfalls of poverty. “It’s a struggle,” she says, … [Read more...] about Tammy’s Story: Rediscovering life’s simple pleasures through sewing and knitting
River Valley Community Centre: Accessibility review an ‘excellent experience’
The River Valley Community Centre in Grand Bay is a beehive of activity for children and adults alike. And now it’s destined to be more accessible than ever for people with a disability and mobility issues. Work is under way to address recommended improvements Ability New Brunswick identified in a recent review designed to make recreational facilities more accessible for all. “It was awesome to have Ability New Brunswick come in here and prepare a whole report for us on the things … [Read more...] about River Valley Community Centre: Accessibility review an ‘excellent experience’