TMI Client, Kennesha Merritt, Named Miss Amazing Queen!
Miss Amazing provides opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to build self-esteem.
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 9, 20202 min read
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.”
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 7, 20202 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Nov 16, 20204 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Sep 29, 20204 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Sep 9, 20202 min read
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
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 7, 20203 min read
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!
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 2, 20202 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 24, 20203 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 14, 20203 min read
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!
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 10, 20204 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 1, 20203 min read
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
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Feb 3, 20203 min read
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."
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 29, 20205 min read
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 27, 20202 min read
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
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 17, 20193 min read
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 17, 20193 min read
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 8, 20193 min read
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 3, 20193 min read
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
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Sep 23, 20195 min read
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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