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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
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20194 min read
Partnerships are a Win-Win for Individuals with Disabilities and Local Businesses
The TMI Employment Solutions program seeks to assist clients with finding employment and/or help them integrate into society.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20193 min read
Darrel Was a Man About Town Who Will be Remembered and Missed by Many
A lover of Starbucks and Mexican food, Darrel will be remembered fondly as a very active gentleman who loved to be out and about .
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20193 min read
Christina’s Passionate Spirit Shines On and Off the Stage
Christina is a shining star wherever she goes! Whether she is giving her all working at VONS or happily on stage in an AWO production!
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20192 min read
TMI Client Makes a Comeback in the Workforce
Maria is a wonderful example of Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) transforming lives! Maria worked in the gardening department of a large...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20192 min read
Toward Maximum Independence: Bridging the Gap Between Cultures
Congratulations to Toward Maximum Independence Supported Employment client, Juan, who has been nominated for Employee of his Department.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20192 min read
A Touching Goodbye for a TMI Client with a Creative Soul
These people truly saw past any disability Bud had and fully accepted him for who he was.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20192 min read
A Final Farewell to a TMI Client Who Was an Absolute Gem
Mary passed away at the age of 83, just a few weeks shy of her 84th birthday, with her TMI family by her side.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 23, 20192 min read
TMI Client Will Be Remembered for Her Joyous Spirit and Heart of Gold
Just before leaving this Earth that was the last thing she was doing; calling everyone to tell them she loved them & showing off her hairdo.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 22, 20193 min read
TMI Partners with Temecula Bakery Resulting in a Sweet Deal for All!
Our goal was to provide job opportunities and training for Oak Grove, as well as other young adults with special needs in the community.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 6, 20192 min read
Everyone Deserves An Opportunity to Reach Their Full Potential!
All people we support with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience full inclusion in their daily lives.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 18, 20193 min read
Marco Rose Above his Fears and Found the Courage to Pursue his Dreams
Marco has been faced with obstacles in his life, but that hasn’t stopped him from being incredibly kind, having a positive outlook and...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 17, 20193 min read
Star Vons Courtesy Clerk Doesn't Let Autism Hold Her Back
As a Courtesy Clerk on the autism spectrum at the busiest VONS in Southern California, Felisha had to learn the ropes quickly, but she...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 2, 20194 min read
TMI Client on the Autism Spectrum Lands Dream Job at Barnes & Noble
As a child, Robert, who is on the autism spectrum, and his mom, Jane, loved to read together. It is no wonder that Robert was drawn to...
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 31, 20192 min read
In January TMI Celebrated the Birthdays of Two of Our Wonderful Clients
Sandy, who has Down syndrome, has worked in the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) corporate office as an Office Aide for nearly 25 years!...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 24, 20192 min read
The Faces of Toward Maximum Independence 2018 Client Success Stories
The faces of just some of the amazing Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities whose...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 17, 20182 min read
TMI's Tailored Day Services Client, Marcela, Has Her Sights Set on Working at Pixar
Marcela first started painting at the age of two and has been creating art ever since. She dreams of working for Disney Pixar one day! A...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 12, 20182 min read
TMI Client Awarded Employee of the Month for Habitat for Humanity ReStore
(Sherie working at ReStore) Sherie, a Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) client with our Integrated Work Program in Temecula, recently...
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