Dedicated To Your Success: Carmen’s Story
Carmen is living with her family, and enjoying her days with the support systems she needs to live a full life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
Dedicated To Your Success: Daniel’s Story
Daniel loves to share updates about his work and says that he plans to work for years to come!
#DedicatedToYourSuccess 2023 Annual Meeting
The IN Community gathered to hear annual reporting, success stories from our consumers, and for our annual award presentation.
Introducing the 2023 Deborah Jackson Rising Star Award Winner, William Shawhan
It is with great joy that we now present this award in Deborah’s honor and memory to William Shawhan who carries on her commitment to an independent life.
Maryland Independent Living Network to Present at National Independent Living Conference!
Of the many proposals submitted to the conference subcommittee, we are honored to selected to speak at 2023 NCIL this summer.
Introducing IN’s Public Health Specialists!
Please join Independence Now in welcoming our new Public Health Specialists, Shajia Afrin and Caleb Colbert! Hi, I am Shajia Afrin, a Public Health Specialist at the Independence Now Inc. I graduated from the University of Maryland with Public Health Science major. One of the reasons I chose to become a Public Health Specialist is[…]
Brain Injury Awareness Month: Laurie’s Story
In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, Laurie Elinoff of The Brain Injury Association of Maryland shares her personal path to advocacy.
Will Shawhan’s Career Journey
“Looking back, it’s hard to believe that I succeeded in finding a career and job that are good fits for me.”
Unveiled! Voices of Disability Legacy Wall
The Legacy Wall draws attention to important figures in disability history and serves as a permanent monument for all who visit.
Congrats to Monica Wiley, Miss Maryland USA SLICC Ambassador 2023!
Monica Wiley, 42, of Laurel, MD, Brings Home the 2023 Maryland USA SLICC (Success through Leadership, Integrity, Character and Confidence) Ambassador 2023!