Congratulations to TMI's 2021/2022 Outstanding Honorees
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) recognized several outstanding honorees at our 4th annual Transforming Lives "Great Gatsby" Gala at the...
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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 19, 20223 min read
Jethro was a Hardworking Man with a Big Heart and a Great Sense of Humor Who Was Loved by All
In 1995, Jethro joined the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Supported Employment (SE) program which assists individuals with...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 24, 20223 min read
A Very Sad Final Farewell to Our Endearing & Unforgettable Client of Nearly 35 Years John Nicosia
One of the first Supported Living clients in the state of California, John Nicosia started with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), a...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 29, 20223 min read
TMI Division Manager Celebrates 10 Amazing Years of Transforming the Lives of Individuals with IDD
Congratulations to Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Corona office Division Manager and Site Coordinator Maria Salcedo for 10 years of...
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 1, 20222 min read
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - Taressa's Story
In 1987, President Reagan recognized March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to increase “public awareness of the needs and...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 19, 20224 min read
Aligning Values to Serve Our Most Vulnerable Population is a Win-Win
We are pleased to announce the addition of our outstanding new Executive Administrative Assistant Mailani Faniel. From the moment she...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 8, 20212 min read
TMI Client Was Truly One of a Kind and Will Never be Forgotten
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our wonderful client Kim Kramer. Kim was with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Nov 1, 20213 min read
Tommie Ruffino Celebrates 30 Years of Transforming Lives
Without a doubt, Thomas "Tommie" Ruffino has transformed the lives of many of our clients with intellectual and developmental...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 26, 20212 min read
New TMI Administrative Assistant is a Familiar Face with a Passion for Transforming Lives
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is pleased to announce that Carleigh Orth has been promoted to Administrative Assistant in our San...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 1, 20213 min read
Our Client Shaun is Celebrating 10 Years as a TMI Employee - Disability Doesn't Mean Inability
If you have visited the “San Diego” Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) office in the last 10 years, chances are you encountered our...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Sep 10, 20213 min read
Direct Support Professionals are Heroes Who Are Transforming the Lives of Individuals with I/DD
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are the heart and soul of the work Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) has done supporting individuals...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Aug 30, 20216 min read
New TMI Staff Board Rep is a Wheelchair Dancer Who Knows the Importance of Following Your Dreams
As a little girl Andrea Rivera dreamed of being a ballerina, but as a wheelchair user she felt compelled to put that dream on a shelf. It...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 27, 20213 min read
Frances Johnson is Helping to Take Toward Maximum Independence to the Next Level!
Our new Director of Organizational Engagement & Effectiveness Frances Johnson is already making great strides in helping to spread the...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
May 27, 20212 min read
How Being a Foster Parent Will Transform Your Life for the Better
You may know that by being a foster parent you will transform the life of a child, but did you know that your life will also be transformed
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 30, 20212 min read
New Toward Maximum Independence Division Manager Loves Transforming Lives!
My hopes are for people to recognize that we can all assist individuals with disabilities to pursue their dreams
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 30, 20213 min read
Sam Blake Was a Special Olympics Global Messenger with a Servant’s Heart Who Will be Greatly Missed
Sam was a Special Olympics athlete for 33 years and won more than 50 medals.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 17, 20212 min read
A Very Sad Final Farewell to a Wonderful TMI Employee With a Heart of Gold
Bridget, who was just 27 years old, was a Job Coach with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Employment Solutions program
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 28, 20212 min read
TMI Welcomes Manager with More than 19 Years of Experience Serving Individuals with I/DD
I feel very proud of the work that we are doing to empower our clients.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 27, 20213 min read
Melinda Lara Understands the Importance of Connection in Our Lives
When I see those we support each week, it truly brings a smile to my face! Our clients are optimistic, engaging, and appreciative.
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