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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[…]

World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo/Nation’s Capital Region

The Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center 7801 Alumni Drive College Park, College Park, MD, United States

Our World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo is coming back to College Park, Maryland. Incredible educational experience, great networking opportunity and FUN!! The World of Possibilities Disabilities Expos are increasing in popularity and are now the Region's most important forum for disability-related resources. Everyone within the disabilities and senior community, children with disabilities and their families,[…]

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

Zoom

Welcome Spring! Spring is a great time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables. Join Independence Now's monthly Cooking Class to learn what fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and are good for your health. We will also be creating delicious health smoothies with our Public Health Worker Amari Eaglin.  Contact Amari Eaglin at Aeaglin@innow.org[…]

Ways to De-Stress

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

In Honor of Stress Awareness Month, Independence Now will be presenting on ways to de-stress, be mindful and meditate, and have a lively discussion on what your favorite ways to cope with stress are.  

Housing Seminar

Zoom

In honor of Fair Housing Month: Getting Your Act Together and knowing Your Rights when Looking for, applying for, Obtaining, and Maintaining Housing, 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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I AM Safe

Zoom

Speakers will discuss topics to help you to feel safe and confident living independently in your home.

Global Accessibility Day

Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Come Join us for Pajama Movie Night In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, on May 16th Independence Now will hold a screening of The Ride Ahead by Samuel and Dan Habib. This event will be held in person at the Independence Now Silver Spring location on May 18th 1:00PM-3:30 PM. For more information or question please contact Danielle Bustos[…]

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I AM Not Alone

Zoom

Speakers will discuss topics to help you to feel safe and confident living independently in your home.

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.[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Are you preparing to rent a room or apartment? Have you thought about if your things are insured in case of damage while moving or fire in your apartment? Renters insurance what it does and doesn’t cover.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org to register or[…]

Cooking Class

Zoom

The weather is warming up; the days are getting longer and there's plenty of excellent spring produce around. Join Independence Now to learn how to pick fruits and vegetables on a budget. Vegetarian tacos are a great way to use up fresh produce for a filling, delicious meal. Contact Kelvin Hawkins at khawkins@innow.org to RSVP or[…]

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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Spring Fling Picnic

Driskell Park 3911 Hamiliton St, Hyattsville, MD, United States

Come join us for a Carnival in the park! Join us for games (including wheelchair racing), food, presentations, making new friends, and more! Wear your favorite outfit you would wear to the county fair! It's going to be lots of fun and you won't want to miss it.   RSVP with cgaskins@innow.org 

Pride Night Game Night

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

Join Millennials Living Out Loud and Young Leaders Club for a Pride Night Game Night. Wear your most colorful outfits, come play games and practice your communication skills. Learn to de-stress and listen to music and make new friends. Come one come all! 

Event Series Lighting Your Path

Lighting Your Path

Zoom

Tips for exploring S.O.M.E.: Summer orientation and mobility excursion safety tips for traveling out in the community for a day or night of fun. Speakers to be announced.  Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81313552073?pwd=VWp1N3dWcTlhcEVWS1VSYTRId0I3UT09 Meeting ID: 813 1355 2073 Passcode: 069161 One tap mobile: +1301715859  

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The Pancake Party

Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD, United States

MLOL and Future Leaders Club Presents National Pancake Day is on February 13, but who cares? We are celebrating National Pancake Day on June 13th. Why, because there’s no better party than a pancake party. We will be celebrating with a Pancake Bar, AT presentation on adapting your kitchen and building on your cooking skills. Join[…]

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.[…]

Cooking Class

Zoom

When it’s too hot to turn on the oven, cool off this summer by diving into the fresh ingredients of a Greek dish. Join Independence Now as we learn about what foods make up balanced protein sources. Come enjoy making Chickpea Greek Salad that is refreshing and protein-packed for a perfect meal anytime of the[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Best strategies for applying for affordable housing and utility assistance. We will be looking at the best ways to inquire about what type of housing and various types of subsidized utility assistance you may be eligible for according to your income and household.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining[…]

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[…]

Event Series Lighting Your Path

Lighting Your Path

Zoom

Back by popular demand Lighting Your Path Field Trip Day! Join us at Crossroads Farmers Market in Takoma Park, Md. Crossroads Farmers Market is located on Anne St. at University Blvd. East in Takoma Park, MD, one block west of New Hampshire Ave. (next to Mega Mart). We will meet at the Mega Mart at 1101 University[…]

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Independence Now’s Annual Meeting

Silver Spring Aquatic Center 1319 Apple Ave, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Shaping the Future of Independence, now! Bring the then, now, and future together to learn about Independence Now (IN) services and the best practices and strategies to achieve Independence. Meet our consumers through the decades and learn about IN services. Learn how IN has created a new innovative way to provide services to our consumers. Details: WHEN: Friday, July[…]

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.[…]

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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REV UP

Prince George's Department of Family Services 6420 Allentown Rd, Temple Hills, MD, United States

Rev Up the Vote, Monday July 29, 1:00-4:00pm.   Attention Prince George’s Residents! Join Us at Department of Aging and Family Services for a Voters Education and Demonstration Event sponsored by Prince George’s County Board of Elections. Event will be held in Multipurpose Room at 6420 Allentown Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748 

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I AM Able

Zoom

Our speaker will present all you need to know about the Maryland ABLE program. 

Event Series Lighting Your Path

Lighting Your Path

Zoom

Braille and Jaws Resources Part II. How to get connected and where to sign up for classes.   Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86071021804?pwd=YQpXC5Mk54UgHWmza3luLIsjpuwEVG.1   Meeting ID: 860 7102 1804  Passcode: 694631 

Creative Cooking Class

Zoom

Summertime means it's cookout season and everyone loves a good burger!  Join us to explore awesome ways to prepare a tasty burger with all the Fixings whether it's veggie or beef.  Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvcemtpjgqGdZMTLVETrMGdFWG4ukf9Cnb   

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Rev-Up Voting Event

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

Rev-up with Independence NOW Inc. Montgomery County: Your Voice, Your Choice! 🎉 Get ready for the most exhilarating voting event of the year! Join Independence Now as we partner with Rev-Up and make your mark on the future. It’s not just about casting your ballot—it's about celebrating democracy, engaging with your community, and making sure your voice[…]

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.[…]

Housing Seminar

Zoom

Housing Inquiries: Do you know what type of housing you're looking for? Do you know how to ask for the type of housing you need? We will take you step-by-step through what to ask for and how to ask it. We will even do role-play and go over a script.  Register in advance for this[…]

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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