OUR MISSION

Our mission is to provide market responsive programs to meet the employment needs of mature individuals along their career paths, to promote lifelong learning among individuals, businesses and government and to assist the employer community in developing a competent workforce.

In carrying out our mission, we are guided by the philosophy that ability is ageless.

Since 1986, Operation ABLE of Michigan has been a leader in helping mid-career people obtain work and remain employable throughout their lifetime while also helping businesses develop a competent and dependable workforce.

ABLE's team of professionals works in partnership with employers, customers, and community organizations to provide personalized, high quality job search, job placement, occupational training and career transition services.

Operation ABLE of Michigan has two state-licensed computer classrooms at its office in Detroit.  ABLE’s experienced and caring staff is dedicated to providing personalized service to improve job skills and create self-sufficiency.  The organization offers a full range of computer and career development classes and has a Career Resilience Center with resources for exploring career options and conducting a job search.

Last year, Operation ABLE assisted more than 500 people from a variety of work experience and demographic backgrounds.  Funding is provided by the City of Detroit Workforce Development Department and other public agencies and by foundations, corporations and individual donors.