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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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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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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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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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Special Olympics Athlete Fulfills his Dreams On and Off the Court

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Feb 3
3 min

Special Olympics Athlete Fulfills his Dreams On and Off the Court

Gary had to memorize the Special Olympics athlete oath: "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."

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TMI Expansion into Downtown Riverside Brings New Opportunities and Invaluable Friendships

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Jan 29
5 min

TMI Expansion into Downtown Riverside Brings New Opportunities and Invaluable Friendships

The bond they have formed in just the few months that they have been a team is evident in their work ethic and improved social skills.

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TMI Integrated Work Group Honored for Their Hard Work

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Jan 27
2 min

TMI Integrated Work Group Honored for Their Hard Work

The TMI Integrated Work program seeks to assist our clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) with finding employment

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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work for this TMI Crew

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Oct 17, 2019
3 min

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work for this TMI Crew

Spend just a few minutes with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) San Diego janitorial crew and it is easy to see that teamwork and a s...

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Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Trace's Story

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Oct 17, 2019
3 min

Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Trace's Story

Upon meeting Trace you can’t help but smile and instantly feel at ease. An artist at heart, Trace, who has Down syndrome, has always been...

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Special Olympics Athlete is a Survivor with a Heart of Gold!

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Oct 8, 2019
3 min

Special Olympics Athlete is a Survivor with a Heart of Gold!

You would never guess Sam Blake couldn’t speak until he was six years old when you see him now touring as a Special Olympics Global Messe...

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Robert Didn't Let Cerebral Palsy Stop Him From Seeing the Positive Side of Life

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Oct 3, 2019
3 min

Robert Didn't Let Cerebral Palsy Stop Him From Seeing the Positive Side of Life

Robert, who had cerebral palsy, was one of a kind and will be remembered as a positive force of love with a giving nature

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Congratulations to TMI's 2018/2019 Honorees!

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Sep 23, 2019
5 min

Congratulations to TMI's 2018/2019 Honorees!

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) was honored to recognize several outstanding individuals at our 3rd annual Transforming Lives Gala on Sept

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Partnerships are a Win-Win for Individuals with Disabilities and Local Businesses

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Jul 23, 2019
4 min

Partnerships are a Win-Win for Individuals with Disabilities and Local Businesses

The TMI Employment Solutions program seeks to assist clients with finding employment and/or help them integrate into society.

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Darrel Was a Man About Town Who Will be Remembered and Missed by Many

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Jul 23, 2019
3 min

Darrel Was a Man About Town Who Will be Remembered and Missed by Many

A lover of Starbucks and Mexican food, Darrel will be remembered fondly as a very active gentleman who loved to be out and about .

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Christina’s Passionate Spirit Shines On and Off the Stage

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Jul 23, 2019
3 min

Christina’s Passionate Spirit Shines On and Off the Stage

Christina is a shining star wherever she goes! Whether she is giving her all working at VONS or happily on stage in an AWO production!

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