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An Inside Look at TMI CEO Dr. Rachel Harris's 20-Year Commitment to Supporting our Clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Nov 13 min read

An Inside Look at TMI CEO Dr. Rachel Harris's 20-Year Commitment to Supporting our Clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

We’re excited to honor the remarkable achievement of Dr. Rachel Harris, our Chief Executive Officer, as she celebrates 20 years

National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Dominique's Journey to Independence

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Oct 14 min read

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

How the TMI Independent Living Program is Transforming the Lives of Individuals with IDD

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Sep 273 min read

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

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Aug 284 min read

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.

Andy Palasciano: 20 Years of Transforming Lives

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Jul 314 min read

Andy Palasciano: 20 Years of Transforming Lives

We are thrilled to celebrate a momentous occasion here at Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)! Andy Palasciano, a dedicated TMI Supported...

A Partnership Built on Shared Values: TMI and Rancho Springs Hospital Team Up to Empower Individuals with IDD

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Jun 174 min read

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...

How Toward Maximum Independence Is Helping People With Disabilities Find Jobs

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Apr 173 min read

How Toward Maximum Independence Is Helping People With Disabilities Find Jobs

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit organization that provides a variety of innovative services to assist individuals with...

Toward Maximum Independence Awarded Top Workplaces USA: What Sets Us Apart?

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Apr 92 min read

Toward Maximum Independence Awarded Top Workplaces USA: What Sets Us Apart?

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and...

The Jason Mraz Foundation "Kaleidoscope" Production Shined a Light on Inclusive Arts

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Feb 224 min read

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

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Jan 293 min read

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...

Celebrating Raymond Dacumos' Promotion to TMI Director of Family Support Services

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Dec 21, 20233 min read

Celebrating Raymond Dacumos' Promotion to TMI Director of Family Support Services

We are happy to announce the promotion of Raymond Dacumos to the position of Director of Family Support Services (FSS) at Toward Maximum...

20 Years Strong: Celebrating the Dedication and Success of DSP Beverly Edwards

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Oct 27, 20233 min read

20 Years Strong: Celebrating the Dedication and Success of DSP Beverly Edwards

With Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), for 20...

Congratulations to TMI's 2022/2023 Outstanding Honorees

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Sep 28, 20237 min read

Congratulations to TMI's 2022/2023 Outstanding Honorees

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) recognized several outstanding individuals and organizations at our Transforming Lives Hollywood Nights...

Adam's 10 Years with TMI has Given Him the Opportunity to See Our Client Loren's Transformation

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

May 3, 20233 min read

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...

Outstanding TMI Social Worker Marisa Horner Celebrates 15 Years of Transforming Lives

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

May 2, 20233 min read

Outstanding TMI Social Worker Marisa Horner Celebrates 15 Years of Transforming Lives

As a Social Worker with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Family Support Services (FSS) program for 15 years, Marisa Horner has seen...

20 Years of Transforming Lives: Q&A with TMI Director of Family Support Services Paola Osuna

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Feb 3, 20235 min read

20 Years of Transforming Lives: Q&A with TMI Director of Family Support Services Paola Osuna

When Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Director of Family Support Services (FSS) Paola Osuna joined TMI, a nonprofit serving individuals...

Nonprofits Partner to Assist Individuals with Disabilities Through Their Shared Love of Animals

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Jan 30, 20233 min read

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...

Brian Garcia Will Always Hold a Place in the Hearts of Those Who Knew & Loved Him

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Dec 19, 20222 min read

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...

TMI 2021/22 Annual Report and a Message from Our Executive Director Rachel Harris

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Dec 14, 20222 min read

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...

North County Veterans Stand Down is a Life-Changing Event

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Nov 9, 20223 min read

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)...