Adaptive Fitness: Wellness for People with Disabilities Through Exercise
Adaptive fitness has arrived and become a transformative approach to exercise and well-being, designed to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month
SMA Awareness Month is an essential opportunity to raise awareness, support individuals and families, and promote research and understanding of Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day serves as a solemn reminder that compassion and awareness are essential tools in addressing this crisis.
National Immunization Awareness Month
The story of immunization is an extraordinary tale of triumph over adversity.
National Financial Awareness Day
Every year, on National Financial Awareness Day, we are reminded of the significance of understanding and managing our finances.
Remembering Larry Roffee
Independence Now joins the disability rights community and the nation in mourning the passing of Larry Roffee.
Mental Health Among Minorities
Taking care of physical health is important for everyone. However, when it comes to checking on our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, many of us do not seek help to make it better. Resistance can be seen among people for many reasons; however, people from minority communities tend not to seek assistance when it comes[…]
Welcome Independence Now’s New Board President!
Independence Now is pleased to announce our new Board President, Jamie Freeny. As the son of a teacher and a mayor, Jamie was destined for a life of service.
Universal Design for Housing Bill
Independence Now is pleased to testify in support of the Universal Design for Housing bill. Independence Now is a non profit Center for Independent Living serving people of all ages and disabilities in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. For the past 10 years, housing has been a major focus for our consumers and our advocacy.
Wishing Beth Munro a Happy Retirement!
After eight years working at Independence Now, our beloved Beth Munro is retiring.