Supports Planning, a Consumer’s Perspective
One consumer recently shared her experience working with an Independence Now Supports Planner to stay connected and receive support through COVID-19.
Congrats to 2021 Rising Star Award Recipient, Montel Medley!
It is with great joy that we present this award in Deborah Jackson’s honor and memory to Montel Medley who carries on her commitment to an independent life.
Why Do We Use The Word “Consumer”?
The term Consumer is used by CILs because it clearly shows the person receiving services has control over the process and is making all the decisions.
Consumer Testimonial – Housing Journey
“Since I have met Ms. Harrod and been involved with the Independence Now Program I am no longer homeless.”
Barbara Lives With Multiple Sclerosis But Still Struts Her Stuff
Independence Now Consumer, Barbara, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2013. In recognition of World MS Day (May 30), she’s sharing her story to let the world know that while an MS diagnosis is life-changing, there’s life beyond MS.
Small Things Make A Big Impact | Melvin’s Story
Melvin recently moved into a room for rent and wouldn’t trade his space for the world, but he had one major concern. He has several roommates and did not want to put his medication in the communal refrigerator in the kitchen due to Covid concerns.
Maryland’s Medicaid Buy-in: Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID)
Marylanders with disabilities CAN WORK and keep their health benefits! The Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) Program extends Medical Assistance health benefits to working Marylanders with disabilities.
Many Work Incentives Exist
Work incentives include employment programs that are funded by SSA as well as benefits management services. In this post, we mention a few of the many work incentives available.
Setting Intentions
Independence Now’s Administrative Coordinator, Denise Robinson, lives with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) which limits her ability to participate in some forms of exercise. So she’s developed her own daily self-help routine to maintain her physical and mental well-being in a safe and healthy way.
Behavioral Health Services in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties
Independence Now created this guide to help individuals with disabilities find accessible behavioral and mental health services in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties.