Fresh, Fast, and Fearless: Building Independence in the Kitchen with Adaptive Cooking
Co-led by Independent Living Specialists Rochelle Harrod and Felicia Latimore, the star preparation for the day was do-it-yourself protein bowls.
Lighting Your Path – 7 Years Strong!
Independence Now proudly celebrated the 7th Anniversary of Lighting Your Path—and what an incredible journey it has been! One of the highlights of the celebration was an inspiring conversation about how assistive technology is truly lighting the path for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. From innovative devices to life-changing tools, we explored how[…]
Future Leaders Club Enjoys an Unforgettable Wizards Game Experience
A very special THANK YOU to Tickets for Kids Charities for their generous ticket donation—opportunities like this mean so much to our young leaders.
Help Responders Help You: Maryland Launches New Emergency Accessibility Initiative
Maryland has launched a new initiative focused on making emergency response more effective and accessible for people with disabilities—and it’s something our community should know about.
Important Update on the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Peer Outreach and Support Program
After nearly 15 years of helping individuals transition from nursing facilities into the community, the program will end on June 30, 2026, due to federal budget cuts.
Building Tomorrow’s Advocates: A Powerful Day of Film and Connection
Participants shared their thoughts, talked about speaking up for themselves, and showed what advocacy can look like in everyday life. Most importantly, they loved the movie.
Celebrating Connection and Resilience at Independence Now’s 2026 Women’s Tea
Independence Now hosted its annual Women’s Tea on March 13, 2026.
Independent Living Day 2026: Showing Up, Speaking Out, and Standing Together in Annapolis
In meetings with legislators and state leaders, we shared firsthand experiences about the impact of funding decisions on people with disabilities and emphasized the importance of protecting community-based supports like Money Follows the Person.
Request for Proposals (RFP): Outsourced Accounting & Payroll Services
Independence Now, Inc. is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for outsourced accounting and payroll services.
Prepare Now for Extreme Cold and Winter Weather
Winter weather can change quickly, bringing extreme cold, snow, ice, and power outages that make it difficult—or unsafe—to leave home. Preparing ahead of time is especially important for people with disabilities, who may rely on medications, medical equipment, personal assistance, or accessible transportation. Taking steps now can help you stay safe, warm, and supported if[…]