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A Story of Resilience and Triumph: Fabian's Journey with TMI

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Dec 104 min read

A Story of Resilience and Triumph: Fabian's Journey with TMI

Fabian at his new construction job At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we're passionate about empowering our clients with disabilities...

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...

Honoring 30 Years of Dedication: A Tribute to Brent Ramsey

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

May 92 min read

Honoring 30 Years of Dedication: A Tribute to Brent Ramsey

We are honored to celebrate an extraordinary milestone - 30 years of unwavering dedication and exemplary service by one of our most...

Shining a Light on Autism: Israel Takes Center Stage as a Photographer at SeaWorld

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Apr 294 min read

Shining a Light on Autism: Israel Takes Center Stage as a Photographer at SeaWorld

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is thrilled to share the inspiring story of Israel, a client on the autism spectrum who is working at...

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...

From Redemption to Success: How TMI Helped Michael Anthony Rebuild His Life

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Mar 183 min read

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

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...

Autism Doesn't Hold Him Back: Chef Alexis Inspires with Culinary Success

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Nov 27, 20233 min read

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...

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...

Eric has had his Challenges with Autism but has Learned From his Past

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Aug 24, 20233 min read

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...

Dan Has Proven to be a Valuable SeaWorld Employee who Can Also Name Just About Any Song!

Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications

Jul 20, 20234 min read

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...