Eric has had his Challenges with Autism but has Learned From his Past
Eric, who is a client with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Supported Employment program for individuals with intellectual and...
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- Jul 20
- 3 min
Dan Has Proven to be a Valuable SeaWorld Employee who Can Also Name Just About Any Song!
Dan, who has autism and is partially deaf, was recently honored at the SeaWorld “Dine with Orcas” Gala for his one year of dedicated...
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- Jun 26
- 4 min
Our Client Kianna is Putting her Future in her Own Hands
Kianna, who is a client with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Tailored Day Services program which serves individuals with...
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- May 3
- 3 min
Adam's 10 Years with TMI has Given Him the Opportunity to See Our Client Loren's Transformation
Adam Price has been Loren’s Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Support Living respite provider and roommate for 10 years, as well as a...
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- Apr 19
- 3 min
TMI Clients with IDD and their Staff Set the Bar for Outstanding Performance
Danny, David and Ezequiel have been volunteering at the Moreno Valley Senior Center since January of 2013 with the assistance of their...
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- Mar 30
- 4 min
Autism Awareness & Acceptance: Spotlight on USS Midway Team Member BG Miller
BG Miller, who has autism and is a client with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), has certainly made a name for himself working on the...
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- Mar 13
- 3 min
First TMI Deaf and Hard of Hearing Group is Up and Running at STAT Animal Sanctuary
The first Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) group who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) is up and running in Hemet at the STAT (Save the...
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- Mar 1
- 5 min
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Sarah's Positive Outlook and Hard Work Pay Off
In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, our client Sarah, who has autism, shared her journey with the Toward Maximum...
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- Jan 30
- 3 min
Nonprofits Partner to Assist Individuals with Disabilities Through Their Shared Love of Animals
Clients with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Community Integration Day Program for individuals with intellectual and developmental...
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- Dec 19, 2022
- 2 min
Brian Garcia Will Always Hold a Place in the Hearts of Those Who Knew & Loved Him
We said a very sad final farewell to our beloved client Brian Garcia. As a client with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit...
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- Dec 14, 2022
- 2 min
TMI 2021/22 Annual Report and a Message from Our Executive Director Rachel Harris
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is excited to share our Annual Report with you! It includes success stories regarding our clients with...
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- Nov 9, 2022
- 3 min
North County Veterans Stand Down is a Life-Changing Event
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Veteran Employment Manager Cesar Peraza was honored to attend North County Veterans Stand Down (NCVSD)...
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- Oct 27, 2022
- 3 min
Autism Hasn't Stopped Doug From Going After his Dream of Being a Writer
As a client with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and development disabilities, Doug...
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- Sep 13, 2022
- 9 min
Congratulations to TMI's 2021/2022 Outstanding Honorees
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) recognized several outstanding honorees at our 4th annual Transforming Lives "Great Gatsby" Gala at the...
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- Aug 30, 2022
- 3 min
Our Client Lashandra’s Quick Thinking While Working at Sycuan May Have Saved Lives
A client with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and...
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- Jul 19, 2022
- 3 min
Jethro was a Hardworking Man with a Big Heart and a Great Sense of Humor Who Was Loved by All
In 1995, Jethro joined the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Supported Employment (SE) program which assists individuals with...
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- Jun 24, 2022
- 3 min
A Very Sad Final Farewell to Our Endearing & Unforgettable Client of Nearly 35 Years John Nicosia
One of the first Supported Living clients in the state of California, John Nicosia started with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a...
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- May 26, 2022
- 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...
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- May 11, 2022
- 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...
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- Mar 17, 2022
- 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...
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