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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[…]
With autumn in full swing, cozy fall flavors took center stage during Independence Now’s October cooking class!
Focused on healthy eating, participants teamed up to make and enjoy a delicious meal.
What an unforgettable evening with the Independence Now team, our incredible consumers, and dear friends! Thank you for joining us for Adaptive Golf with Determined2Heal. A huge shoutout to AdapTee Golf for bringing us the game-changing swingless driver—a carbon dioxide-powered golf club that launches drives with the push of a button. No swing required, just[…]
It’s always a good time with teamwork, fun conversation, learning how to make healthy dishes, and the best part… eating what you’ve made!
On June 3rd, Independence Now staff and consumers set sail on an unforgettable adventure with Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB) in beautiful Annapolis, MD. The sun was shining, the breeze was perfect, and the smiles were endless as we experienced the freedom and joy of adaptive sailing! Animated GIF featuring a smiling woman in a[…]
As the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, we at Independence Now your Center for Independent Living serving Montgomery and Prince George’s counties celebrate this season of renewal and growth. Prioritizing Self-Care Spring invites us to rejuvenate not only our surroundings but also our well-being. Engaging in self-care is essential, especially[…]
Independence Now hosted a fabulous Sip & Paint Women’s Tea in honor of Women’s History Month—and what a joyful celebration it was!
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time for mental health advocates, organizations, survivors, allies, and communities to come together to raise awareness and promote suicide prevention efforts. #BeThe1To is the message from the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, encouraging us all to take actions that can help prevent suicide and promote healing. Let’s change the conversation[…]
April 22 – April 26th is known as Every Healthy Kid Week.
