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Nov 16
4 min

New TMI Client Representative to the Board of Directors is Special in More Ways Than One

I believe that my disability has helped teach those around me to have more compassion and kindness to others because we talk about it.

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TMI Director of Computer Information Systems Sandra Eddy Celebrates 30 Years!

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Nov 4
3 min

TMI Director of Computer Information Systems Sandra Eddy Celebrates 30 Years!

Q. How does working at a nonprofit that is making a difference in the lives of individuals with I/DD make you feel? A. Incredibly blessed

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TMI Executive Director Rachel L. Harris San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year Finalist

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Oct 13
4 min

TMI Executive Director Rachel L. Harris San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year Finalist

With a staff of nearly 400 serving more than 1,000 children and adults with I/DD, Harris leads through empowerment and inspiration.

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TMI Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month

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Oct 1
2 min

TMI Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month

This year's theme is "Increasing Access and Opportunity".

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Cerebral Palsy Doesn’t Stop Deven from Living a Full Life Including Superstar Chance Encounters!

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Sep 29
3 min

Cerebral Palsy Doesn’t Stop Deven from Living a Full Life Including Superstar Chance Encounters!

Deven’s position is especially important during the pandemic as he is on the frontline fighting bacteria in restrooms and common areas.

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Even the Pandemic Didn't Stop Toward Maximum Independence From Making Clients’ Dreams Come True

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Sep 9
2 min

Even the Pandemic Didn't Stop Toward Maximum Independence From Making Clients’ Dreams Come True

The TMI Independent Living program assists individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible

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Cesar Peraza Brings Experience & Dedication to TMI Employment Program for Veterans with Disabilities

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Aug 11
3 min

Cesar Peraza Brings Experience & Dedication to TMI Employment Program for Veterans with Disabilities

TMI is confident that veterans with disabilities can achieve their employment aspirations with our assistance.

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Q&A with TMI Manager Celebrating 10 Years of Transforming Lives

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Aug 10
3 min

Q&A with TMI Manager Celebrating 10 Years of Transforming Lives

It gives me great pleasure to know that I work for a nonprofit that is making a true change within the disability community.

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Community Comes Together to Provide PPE for TMI Clients with Developmental Disabilities

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Jul 14
3 min

Community Comes Together to Provide PPE for TMI Clients with Developmental Disabilities

Together we are making a difference in the lives of our clients with I/DD during this very difficult time. We can’t thank you all enough!

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TMI Client with Williams Syndrome Finds Delicious At-Home Work Opportunity During Pandemic

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Jul 7
3 min

TMI Client with Williams Syndrome Finds Delicious At-Home Work Opportunity During Pandemic

Nick feels proud to encourage other people with Williams syndrome, and with special needs in general, to find work and succeed!

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Pandemic Didn’t Stop TMI Clients with Developmental Disabilities from Completing Viticulture Program

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Jul 2
2 min

Pandemic Didn’t Stop TMI Clients with Developmental Disabilities from Completing Viticulture Program

Amanda, Daisy and Shane started the program with the assistance of their TMI Community Integration Training Program (CITP) Job Coach.

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Lily Finds Her Forever Family With Toward Maximum Independence Resource Family

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Jun 24
3 min

Lily Finds Her Forever Family With Toward Maximum Independence Resource Family

She steadily grew stronger and stronger with each day and has absolutely thrived under their care.

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Individuals with Disabilities Need Your Help!

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Jun 5
2 min

Individuals with Disabilities Need Your Help!

We must ensure that the alternative budget is adopted without any cuts to vital services for the more than 350,000 Californians with I/DD.

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New TMI Administrative Assistant Stays Positive During Pandemic

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May 14
2 min

New TMI Administrative Assistant Stays Positive During Pandemic

I love the fact that TMI is an organization that supports, enables, and advances people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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TMI Employee Celebrating 10 Years Exemplifies Our Mission

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May 13
3 min

TMI Employee Celebrating 10 Years Exemplifies Our Mission

She is not only a dedicated TMI employee, but a dedicated human being who never gives up. We love what she had to say!

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TMI Provides Essential Services to Clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Apr 14
3 min

TMI Provides Essential Services to Clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

As most people know, it was like finding a needle in a haystack, but mission accomplished!

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TMI Clients with IDD Keeping Busy at Home After Pandemic Requires Closure of Some TMI Programs

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Apr 10
4 min

TMI Clients with IDD Keeping Busy at Home After Pandemic Requires Closure of Some TMI Programs

One such client is Irene C., who has Down syndrome and is with the TMI Community Integration Training Program.

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TMI Client with Autism Shines on Stage with Jason Mraz

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Apr 1
3 min

TMI Client with Autism Shines on Stage with Jason Mraz

In February 2020, Paela performed two sold out shows with Jason, Banding Together and other local nonprofit groups at the Spreckels Theatre

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Toward Maximum Independence COVID-19 Response: A Letter from Our Executive Director

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Mar 19
2 min

Toward Maximum Independence COVID-19 Response: A Letter from Our Executive Director

We will be following and assessing the situation on a daily basis and keeping our clients, families and employees updated as needed.

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Provide a Caring Home for Foster Youth with Special Needs

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Mar 5
2 min

Provide a Caring Home for Foster Youth with Special Needs

We will be holding a potential Resource Family Orientation on March 25, 2020 at 6:00 pm at our San Diego office.

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