National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Dominique's Journey to Independence
In honor of National Developmental Disability Employment Awareness Month, we are thrilled to share that our client, Dominique, has landed
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How the TMI Independent Living Program is Transforming the Lives of Individuals with IDD
The Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Independent Living program continues to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with...
Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome in the Workplace: Sandy's Extraordinary Three Decades at TMI
We are excited to celebrate a remarkable milestone at Toward Maximum Independence: our beloved Office Aide, Sandy who has Down syndrome.
A Partnership Built on Shared Values: TMI and Rancho Springs Hospital Team Up to Empower Individuals with IDD
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Rancho Springs Hospital in Murrieta, CA! This exciting...
From Redemption to Success: How TMI Helped Michael Anthony Rebuild His Life
Michael Anthony proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps (USMC), but after making a terrible choice in 1996 to commit...
The Jason Mraz Foundation "Kaleidoscope" Production Shined a Light on Inclusive Arts
The Jason Mraz Foundation's recent production of "Kaleidoscope" at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido was a concert and so...
Cooking Up Independence: Toward Maximum Independence Clients Enjoy New Cooking Class
Happy faces, laughter, and another step toward independence. This isn't your average cooking class – it's the Toward Maximum Independence...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Nov 27, 20233 min
Autism Doesn't Hold Him Back: Chef Alexis Inspires with Culinary Success
As a young man with autism, Alexis has a passion for cooking. He loves the creativity and precision of it, and the way food brings people...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Sep 28, 20237 min
Congratulations to TMI's 2022/2023 Outstanding Honorees
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) recognized several outstanding individuals and organizations at our Transforming Lives Hollywood Nights...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Aug 24, 20233 min
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 20, 20234 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 26, 20234 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
May 3, 20233 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 19, 20233 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 30, 20234 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 13, 20233 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 1, 20235 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 30, 20233 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 19, 20222 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 14, 20222 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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