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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Aug 28, 20244 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.
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 17, 20224 min read
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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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...
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 21, 20191 min read
Sandy's Story: Celebrating World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
Sandy, who is 56, hasn't let Down syndrome stop her from living a full life! She has worked at the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) San...
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 23, 20182 min read
TMI's Client, Rut, Has Been Diagnosed With Leukemia and Needs Our Support
Rut is a spunky non-verbal and deaf six year old with Down syndrome, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. For #GivingTuesday on...
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 2, 20183 min read
Trevor & Casey: Best Buddies! Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Friends since the first day they met in middle school, Trevor and Casey are best buddies! Both have Down syndrome, but also many other...
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 21, 20185 min read
Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day - Wouldn't Change a Thing
Happy World Down Syndrome Day! Today, and all year around, Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) celebrates individuals who are rocking an...
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