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Housing Seminar

Zoom

Housing Authority Prince George's County and the role of the disability housing ombudsman.

Event Series Living Positively with Chronic Pain

Living Positively with Chronic Pain

Zoom

Peer support group meetings are open to individuals who are directly affected by chronic pain. Our objective is to listen with compassion, share our experiences and knowledge, support each other in coping with the challenges that living with chronic pain can bring, learn what helps others cope, and inspire each other to live as fully[…]

Lunch with Public Health Specialist

Zoom

Come and join our Public Health Specialists as they answer your questions and address your concerns about the new COVID booster shot.

Lighting Your Path

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Blindness Awareness Month. We will be commemorating and celebrating how far we have come in advocacy, peer support, and technological advances for the blind and low-vision community. Speakers to be announced. IN-PERSON

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Health & Wellness Fair 2023

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Being Healthy & Fit Isn't a Fad or a Trend, It's a Lifestyle.

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Money Follows the Person

Zoom

Money Follows the Person helps people transition from an institution to community living in an apartment, private home, or small group setting.

Cooking Class-The Comfort is in the Food

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Join a hands-on cooking class with Chef Danielle (in-person or virtually). This session will be like no other, the simple fresh ingredients will blow the top of your pot. Bring your grandmother's secrets to Chef Danielle's table. Because we all know the secret to a good meal is grandma’s love. Join us as We will[…]

“Beat the Winter Blues”

Zoom

Winter got you down? Don't sweat it – we have got your back! Get ready to beat those winter blues with us in our fun online hangout. Join our virtual get-together where we're diving into the nitty-gritty of winter depression – you know, those mood slumps when it is chilly outside. But hey, chin up![…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Do you have a housing plan? are you ready to move? Do you have money saved up for the first month’s rent and security deposit? Have you secured renters insurance? We will take a look at answering those questions and help you get prepared for housing.  

Millennials Living Out Loud

Zoom

Join your peers and meet your facilitators Kelvin Hawkins (IN Youth Independent Living Specialist) and Tyree Brown (Artist and Youth Advocate). Millennials Living Out Loud (MLOL): MLOL is a support group that encourages young adults to live openly to new experiences without fear of judgment. It fosters unashamed broadminded candid conversations and promotes disability pride![…]

Lighting Your Path

Zoom

Lighting Your Path: Diabetes Eye Disease Awareness Month. We will be taking a look at how we can better improve and save the vision that we have left as a result of diabetes-related complications. Speaker to be announced. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85744503401?pwd=T29WQzNSaGU1a1B1cURlZ05USUpGZz09 Meeting ID: 857 4450 3401 Passcode: 914196 One tap mobile 3017158592  

Epilepsy Awareness Month

Zoom

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month, come celebrate with us on November 9th from 1 pm-2 pm on Zoom. We will have a Seizure First Aid and Seizure Awareness workshop presented by the Maryland Epilepsy Foundation. Join our Public Health Workers and ILS Staff for an educational and informative afternoon!    

Cooking with Awareness

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States +1 more

 November 16th from 1-2:30 pm (in-person and virtual). Diabetes management is a journey of balance and personal empowerment. You can obtain control of your health by actively monitoring it, adopting mindful lifestyle choices, and seeking advice from healthcare professionals. Controlling your diabetes begins with the choices you make on your plate. A well-balanced, deliberate diet[…]

Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade

Veteran's Plaza 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Outdoor Family Fun at the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade Saturday before Thanksgiving, 10 am-12noon #MoCoThanksParade Larger than life inflatable turkeys and penguins, glittering floats, marching bands, dancing groups, and Santa and his elves!  The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade is the only Thanksgiving Parade in the metro DC area. Held in downtown Silver Spring, the exciting[…]

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Money Follows the Person

Zoom

Money Follows the Person helps people transition from an institution to community living in an apartment, private home, or small group setting.

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Living on a budget. The art of managing your household, and all your monthly bills successfully.    

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Independence Now Holiday Party

SLIGO-DENNIS AVENUE PARK ACTIVITY BUILDING 10200 Sligo Creek Parkway Silver, Spring, MD, United States

Let’s Celebrate! Join your favorite IN staff for an evening of singing, dancing, refreshments, & holiday cheer.

Lighting Your Path

Zoom

Lighting Your Path: Lighting Your Path celebrates the Holidays. Sharing stories and secrets to using the best adaptive gadgets for holiday cooking. Special guest Jake Clark Assistive Technology Specialist.   Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85744503401?pwd=T29WQzNSaGU1a1B1cURlZ05USUpGZz09 Meeting ID: 857 4450 3401 Passcode: 914196 One tap mobile 3017158592

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Cleaning up your credit for the new year so that you can apply for a new apartment. we will be discussing how credit and the score of your credit affect your ability to apply for housing opportunities and how to improve your chances.\    

Movie Advocacy Night

Zoom

Join us for Movie Advocacy Night: Holiday Edition! We're watching an oldie but a goodie: Die Hard! It takes place on Christmas Eve and is jam-packed with action and suspense. Policeman John McClane expects to visit his family for the holidays and ends up being the only one who has a chance at saving everyone[…]

New Year, New You

Zoom

Personal development for 2024. What are your individual goals and personal growth plans for the new year? How can Independence Now support you? We will relay to consumers what programs Independence Now provides and how we disseminate those services. Write down goals and share what you are comfortable with then Independence Now will provide feedback[…]

Event Series Money Follows the Person

I want my life back

Zoom

"I want my life back" helps people transition from an institution, for example a nursing facility, to community living in an apartment, private home, or small group setting. If you're living in a nursing facility and want information about moving back to the community, call our team or join one of our monthly Zoom seminars.[…]

Creative Cooking Class

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

 Yikes, Let's talk Vegan Foods. When you think about Vegan foods, are you thinking of delicious comfort food? If not, we have a healthy Vegan treat for you. Join us as we explore healthy Vegan options. In-person at Independence Now Silver Spring office.    Contact Kelvin Hawkins at khawkins@innow.org to register or request accommodations.  

Social Security workshop

Zoom

Are you receiving SSI and/or Medicaid and want to work? Did you know that SSA has Work Incentives that make it advantageous to work and keep your benefits? Our own Marilyn Morrison, Director of MD-WIN will explain the SSI application process, how to apply for benefits, how SSA counts work income, the available work incentives[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

The Do's and Don'ts of completing a housing application. We will take you step-by-step through the process properly so that you know how to get on a housing waitlist when it opens.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org to register or request accommodations.   

Event Series Housing Truth Tellers

Housing Truth Tellers

Zoom

Independence Now's advocacy-in-action team is called the Housing Truth Tellers! The members of IN's Housing Truth Tellers team will receive training and preparation with the goal of effecting real systems change regarding affordable and accessible housing in Prince George’s County. This is not a meeting about housing; it is an action team that will learn[…]

Financial Literacy Seminar

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Join us for a free financial education session that's packed with practical tips to help you budget like a pro! Our expert speaker, Stacey Griffin of Fulton Bank, will lead the charge with a fun and interactive reality store activity. This youth event (27 and under) will be held in person at Independence Now's Silver Spring location[…]

I AM Prepared

Zoom

Public Health Workforce at Maryland area Centers for Independent Living presents the I Am Series starting in January 2024.  This collaborative effort has been funded by the Maryland Public Health Funds.

Millennials Living Out Loud

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Our next meeting will be in person on February 1, 2024, at our Silver Spring Office, 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Suite 101, Spring 20904, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. As we discussed at the last meeting, the theme is inviting a friend to bring a good game for the night. If you have any[…]

Live to the Beat

Zoom

American Heart Month. Powered by the CDC, an interactive tutorial and presentation detailing healthy living options to assess and maintain heart health. We will present the interactive tutorial.   Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkcO-gqjMpGdO3oppmmKD4et4fg4hqAhr-   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 

I AM Pop-Up Session: Workers with Disabilities Wishing to Work and Love

Zoom

HB 822 I AM Pop-Up Session: Monday, February 12th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM “WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES WISHING TO WORK AND LOVE” CALLING ON ALL DISABILITY ADVOCATES! Come learn about this bill and advocacy strategies. Join disability advocates Joshua Basile and Janice Jackson as they discuss needed changes to the “Employed Individuals with Disabilities”[…]

Creative Cooking Class

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Heart Health Month. Love Your Heart is a discussion about the best foods to eat to improve heart functions and lower cholesterol presented by Prince George's County Department of Health Nutrition Toolbox. We will be making a salmon salad, and the staff from the nutrition toolbox will be dissecting the calorie count. In-person at Independence[…]

Event Series Money Follows the Person

I want my life back

Zoom

"I want my life back" helps people transition from an institution, for example a nursing facility, to community living in an apartment, private home, or small group setting. If you're living in a nursing facility and want information about moving back to the community, call our team or join one of our monthly Zoom seminars.[…]

Traveling With a Disability

Zoom

Do you know what travel training is? Ever wanted to learn more about how to successfully travel while having a disability? Come learn all about traveling with a disability with Travel Trainor Hadassah Lightbourne!   Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd--hrz0rGdWqSpoolT_y0L-GQY8xDGVn  To register for this event or to request accommodations please reach out to Sammi Hampton[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Alternative Housing Options: Everything from rooms to rent to shared housing, and supportive housing.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org to register or request accommodations.   

Event Series Housing Truth Tellers

Housing Truth Tellers

Zoom

Independence Now's advocacy-in-action team is called the Housing Truth Tellers! The members of IN's Housing Truth Tellers team will receive training and preparation with the goal of effecting real systems change regarding affordable and accessible housing in Prince George’s County. This is not a meeting about housing; it is an action team that will learn[…]

I AM Healthy

Zoom

Public Health Workforce at Maryland area Centers for Independent Living presents the I Am Series starting in January 2024.  This collaborative effort has been funded by the Maryland Public Health Funds.

Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness

Zoom

Join us for an informative discussion on living with brain injuries. We are here to help you find the support you need for yourself or loved ones. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEud-uorTMrGt0_8mDsSb48oZmTZRrUhaMa  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.  

Save Your Vision

Zoom

National Save Your Vision Month. We will discuss the importance of eye health and major obstacles to the long-term health of your eyes such as blue light, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.    Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82445581950?pwd=UmM5L3c4WWh6dytxdHprb2hRSmc3dz09  Meeting ID: 824 4558 1950  Passcode: 324157  Contact Amari Eaglin at aeaglin@innow.org  to register or request accommodations.    

Event Series Money Follows the Person

I want my life back

Zoom

"I want my life back" helps people transition from an institution, for example a nursing facility, to community living in an apartment, private home, or small group setting. If you're living in a nursing facility and want information about moving back to the community, call our team or join one of our monthly Zoom seminars.[…]

Annual Women’s Tea 

Celebrating Outstanding Women On the Ball with Optimism in honor of Women’s History Month. This will be an in-person event. All are welcome to attend. Speaker to be announced.  Contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org to register or request accommodations.   

Creative Cooking Class

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Let's March into a cook-off. March we will be cooking with a goal. We will split the class into teams and provide 4 items to each team. This will not be your typical cook-off. We will be learning team-building skills, eating on a budget, and cooking on tabletop appliances. The winning team will gain social media[…]

I AM Aware

Zoom

  The Public Health Workforce at Maryland Centers for Independent Living invites you to join us on Monday, March 25th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm for the 3rd installment of the I AM series. This event is funded by Maryland Public Health Funds. Join us for I AM – Aware… Of My Financial Health. Speakers[…]

Movie Advocacy Night

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Hidden Figures!  Three brilliant African American women at NASA, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world.  This event[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Being a Good Tenant: How to maintain your unit and prepare for inspection. Speakers to be announced.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org to register or request accommodations.   

Event Series Housing Truth Tellers

Housing Truth Tellers

Zoom

Independence Now's advocacy-in-action team is called the Housing Truth Tellers! The members of IN's Housing Truth Tellers team will receive training and preparation with the goal of effecting real systems change regarding affordable and accessible housing in Prince George’s County. This is not a meeting about housing; it is an action team that will learn[…]

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