Empowering Creativity for All
At CreatAbility, our journey began with a vision to create spaces where individuals with disabilities could explore their creativity, build confidence, and connect with others in meaningful ways.
From the very beginning, we focused on community-centered programming, bringing together participants, families, educators, and volunteers to foster collaboration and belonging. Our early programs revealed how transformative creative expression can be: participants discovered new ways to communicate, formed lasting friendships, and gained confidence that extended far beyond the classroom or stage.
Each program reflects our belief that everyone has a story worth sharing, and that arts engagement is a powerful tool for personal growth, social connection, and self-expression.
Through every workshop and performance, we continue to learn from our participants, adapting and evolving to meet their needs. Our history is one of innovation, inclusion, and creativity in action, and it is written by every individual whose life we touch.
Founder and CEO
In 2018, SKIT™ was created by Jody Wood, Director of the JW Actors Studio in New York and Princeton. This improv-based program was designed to help individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop social and communication skills, build confidence, and express creativity.
Today, CreatAbility Inc has evolved from SKIT™, continuing this mission with a bold vision: to empower individuals of all abilities to thrive socially, communicate effectively, and explore their creative potential. By using improvisational techniques tailored to each participant’s needs, CreatAbility fosters confidence, encourages collaboration, and inspires meaningful self-expression in safe, supportive environments.
Recognizing the high unemployment and underemployment rates among young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, CreatAbility focuses on equipping participants with real-world social and communication skills that open doors to personal growth, educational opportunities, and professional success. Through its programs, participants develop stronger connections, form lasting friendships, and gain the confidence to take on new challenges—sometimes even performing on local stages or pursuing creative passions they never imagined.
If you are a parent or caregiver of someone on the Spectrum or with an intellectual or developmental disability, CreatAbility Inc is ready to help your loved one discover their potential and make a real difference in their life.