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    Karlee Hasn't Let Autism Stop Her from Fulfilling Her Dreams!
    tmiorg
    • 2 days ago
    • 3 min

    Karlee Hasn't Let Autism Stop Her from Fulfilling Her Dreams!

    When Karlee first started with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental...
    TMI Client who Lived in a Hotel for 10 Years Has a New Home and a New Lease on Life!
    tmiorg
    • May 11
    • 2 min

    TMI Client who Lived in a Hotel for 10 Years Has a New Home and a New Lease on Life!

    For more than 10 years, Anthony lived in a hotel because he couldn’t find affordable housing. As a new client with Toward Maximum...
    Jim's Charm, Bear Hugs and Enthusiasm for Life will be Greatly Missed
    tmiorg
    • Mar 17
    • 4 min

    Jim's Charm, Bear Hugs and Enthusiasm for Life will be Greatly Missed

    With great sadness, we announce the passing of our wonderful client James “Jim" at 61. Jim, who had Down syndrome, was a client with the...
    TMI Client Who is Deaf Celebrates 15 Years as a VONS Employee
    tmiorg
    • Mar 10
    • 4 min

    TMI Client Who is Deaf Celebrates 15 Years as a VONS Employee

    When Noel, who is Deaf, started at VONS he never dreamed that he would still be working there 15 years later! Toward Maximum Independence...
    Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - Taressa's Story
    tmiorg
    • Mar 1
    • 2 min

    Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - Taressa's Story

    In 1987, President Reagan recognized March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to increase “public awareness of the needs and...
    Holli has Found Love, Employment & Empowerment Since Joining Toward Maximum Independence as a Client
    tmiorg
    • Feb 11
    • 3 min

    Holli has Found Love, Employment & Empowerment Since Joining Toward Maximum Independence as a Client

    Holli, who has William’s Syndrome, never expected so many new doors to open up for her when she joined the Toward Maximum Independence...
    Our Client Shaun is Celebrating 10 Years as a TMI Employee - Disability Doesn't Mean Inability
    tmiorg
    • Oct 1, 2021
    • 3 min

    Our Client Shaun is Celebrating 10 Years as a TMI Employee - Disability Doesn't Mean Inability

    If you have visited the “San Diego” Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) office in the last 10 years, chances are you encountered our...
    From Living on his Mom's Couch to a Dream Apartment, Our Client Jeremiah is Living his Best Life
    tmiorg
    • Jun 29, 2021
    • 3 min

    From Living on his Mom's Couch to a Dream Apartment, Our Client Jeremiah is Living his Best Life

    “I can’t thank TMI enough for making a dream that was impossible, possible,” added Jeremiah.
    Our Client, Jethro, Exemplifies Toward Maximum Independence
    tmiorg
    • Jun 14, 2021
    • 2 min

    Our Client, Jethro, Exemplifies Toward Maximum Independence

    Jethro’s spirit for adventure is inspiring to everyone at BO-beau, as well as Jethro’s TMI Supported Employment Job Coach Andy Palasciano.
    Pandemic Offered Pathway to Discover New Passion for Our Client Mario
    tmiorg
    • May 20, 2021
    • 2 min

    Pandemic Offered Pathway to Discover New Passion for Our Client Mario

    Mario had to adjust to experiencing parts of his life behind a screen during the pandemic as many of us have.
    Hearing Aids Prove to Be Life Changing for Our Client Jenny
    tmiorg
    • Apr 8, 2021
    • 2 min

    Hearing Aids Prove to Be Life Changing for Our Client Jenny

    For the first time, Jenny could hear the noises around her and listen to music in her car, but most importantly she could hear her daughter.
    Sam Blake Was a Special Olympics Global Messenger with a Servant’s Heart Who Will be Greatly Missed
    tmiorg
    • Mar 30, 2021
    • 3 min

    Sam Blake Was a Special Olympics Global Messenger with a Servant’s Heart Who Will be Greatly Missed

    Sam was a Special Olympics athlete for 33 years and won more than 50 medals.
    TMI Client with I/DD Who Once Felt Alone and Desperate Now Has a Family of Her Own
    tmiorg
    • Feb 25, 2021
    • 3 min

    TMI Client with I/DD Who Once Felt Alone and Desperate Now Has a Family of Her Own

    When Diana was a newborn she fell from a bed and suffered a brain seizure which left her with a developmental disability.
    David is an Accomplished Special Olympics Figure Skater who is Proving Anything is Possible
    tmiorg
    • Feb 16, 2021
    • 3 min

    David is an Accomplished Special Olympics Figure Skater who is Proving Anything is Possible

    He has also been a long-standing member of the Special Olympics and has even trained children in the art of skating.
    TMI Client, Kennesha Merritt, Named Miss Amazing Queen!
    tmiorg
    • Dec 16, 2020
    • 2 min

    TMI Client, Kennesha Merritt, Named Miss Amazing Queen!

    Miss Amazing provides opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to build self-esteem.
    Independence is the Key to Health and Happiness for this Toward Maximum Independence Client
    tmiorg
    • Dec 9, 2020
    • 2 min

    Independence is the Key to Health and Happiness for this Toward Maximum Independence Client

    “Now, TMI has made my dream come true. I don’t feel lonely anymore.”
    TMI Annual Report 2019/2020 and a Message from Our Executive Director Rachel Harris
    tmiorg
    • Dec 7, 2020
    • 2 min

    TMI Annual Report 2019/2020 and a Message from Our Executive Director Rachel Harris

    The powerful demonstration of passion, resilience, and courage by the TMI community fosters great hope.
    New TMI Client Representative to the Board of Directors is Special in More Ways Than One
    tmiorg
    • Nov 16, 2020
    • 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.
    Cerebral Palsy Doesn’t Stop Deven from Living a Full Life Including Superstar Chance Encounters!
    tmiorg
    • Sep 29, 2020
    • 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.
    Even the Pandemic Didn't Stop Toward Maximum Independence From Making Clients’ Dreams Come True
    tmiorg
    • Sep 9, 2020
    • 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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