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Focusing on what participants can do rather than what they can’t.

ABLED, Inc. is a Nebraska-based organization serving seniors and people with developmental disabilities. ABLED desires to be your trusted partner in improving lives, through services tailored to each individual.

About ABLED, Inc.

As a DHHS-certified Medicaid waiver provider, ABLED specializes in Developmental Disabilities Waiver and Aging & Disability Waiver programs. Additionally, ABLED is a certified Risk Provider with LIMHP on staff. The organization is even expanding into mental health services. We are committed to providing comprehensive care and support tailored to each person’s unique needs.

ABLED’s staff work closely with each individual to build skills and self-reliance. Focusing on what participants can do rather than what they can’t. This combination of compassion and expertise helps ABLED create a caring culture. Overall, the organization’s name – ABLED – reflects its belief that every person is able to live a full, meaningful life with the right support.

Our Mission

Serving Jesus Christ by enabling people with developmental disabilities to creatively explore and live full meaningful lives in their communities.

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Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ.”

Our Values

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  • Every human being is created with an innate desire to live their life to the fullest. Individuals with intellectual disabilities are no different.

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  • ABLED will see that participants will not only be valued as members of the community but that they will live meaningful and fulfilling lives. 

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  • We strive to enhance independence, promote well-being, and foster a community where everyone can thrive.

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  • Alongside individual empowerment, ABLED fosters an inclusive community.

Our Story

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On October 7,  2012, Andrew C. Tagart left this world for the heavenly realm. Andrew touched countless lives, and in his honor, Andrew’s friends and family came together to form ABLED, Inc.

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In February 2014, ABLED was founded with the mission of serving individuals with intellectual disabilities in Nebraska. 

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ABLED celebrated ten years of service in 2024. In May of 2025, the agency highlighted four long-term participants who have been with ABLED since the beginning.

Our Leadership Team

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    David Tagart

    Chief Executive Officer

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    Linda Tagart

    Chief Administrative Officer

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    Pierre Allen

    Chief Operations Officer

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    Coralie Lang

    Chief Compliance Officer

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    Adam Tagart

    Chief of Staff

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    Cheryl Little

    Human Resources Manager

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    Makaela Urbanovsky

    Program Coordinator

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    Paige Styskal

    Administrative Coordinator

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    Jennifer Styskal

    DSP Coordinator

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    Kimberly Schroeder

    Clinical Director

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    Sonya Brous

    Registered Nurse

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  • Tanya Shaw

    Registered Nurse

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Join the team!

We’re always looking for compassionate, dedicated people to make a difference. Visit our careers page to view our current open positions.

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