
Thank You Francie Gilman & Sandra Sermons!
Join us as we thank two long-time friends of Independence Now who will be retiring from our board of directors this year.
Independence Now is a nonprofit organization designed, governed and staffed by people with disabilities.
We are part of a nationwide network of Centers for Independent Living, and serve as a resource and advocacy center that promotes independent living and equal access for people of all ages with all types of disabilities residing in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties.
Independence Now values serving a diverse population while educating and collaborating within and beyond the disability community.
Independence Now is an inclusive, affirming, safe space.
Ask questions, learn about resources, and where to go for what you need.
Getting what you want and need, and making the community better for people with disabilities.
Tear down barriers and reach personal goals with a peer by your side.
Gaining skills to live and work independently.
Support for youth transitioning to adult life and post-secondary education, or moving from an institution back to the community.
Join us as we thank two long-time friends of Independence Now who will be retiring from our board of directors this year.
Meet Independence Now’s 2022 Housing Hero Award Recipients.
Independence Now is proud to share our Project Performance Report for Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties for the 2021fiscal year.
On May 7th each year, we are charged with breaking down obstacles on National Barrier Awareness Day.
At our Annual Women’s Tea, everyone has a story and everyone’s opinion counts. Sometimes, when we go through health issues we can feel alone. This is a time when we can get together and say, “sister, you are not alone!”
Lois Curtis is a black artist and activist who fought for the right to live in the community and to be provided adequate support. Her case went to the Supreme Court in the now-famous L.C. v. Olmstead decision.
Independence Now continues serve our community during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering a wide variety of learning and social events in a safe and virtual format. Whether you’re seeking critical resource information or an entertaining cooking class, you’re sure to find something of interest in our program offerings.
Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.
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