Some people don’t just hold a job—they leave an indelible mark on an entire organization. After an extraordinary 32-year career as an Office Aide with our San Diego office, we recently gathered to honor Sandy as she officially enters a well-deserved retirement. We celebrated the legacy of a woman with Down syndrome who has truly become the heart of Toward Maximum Independence (TMI).

TMI CEO Dr. Rachel Harris and COO Jessie Campbell At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we have always believed that disability does not mean inability. On April 7, 2026, that belief was on full display as we celebrated a major milestone: the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of our new, upgraded Temecula office! It was an incredible day filled with joy, connection, and a shared vision for the future. We were honored to welcome approximately 200 guests to our new home at 41463 Margarita Road...

In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is proud to highlight the stories of individuals who are breaking barriers in the workforce. We believe every individual possesses unique talents and the potential to contribute meaningfully to their community. Today, we are sharing a success story from our Community Integration Training Program (CITP) featuring a remarkable young man with autism named Stephen. Stephen joined TMI in 2024. Since then,...