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Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 83 min read
Ryan Serves Up Success With a Special Olympics Silver Medal
Ryan (center) on the podium after receiving his silver medal All of us at Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) are incredibly proud to...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Dec 10, 20244 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Oct 1, 20244 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
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.
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jul 31, 20244 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 17, 20244 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 29, 20244 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 17, 20243 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Feb 22, 20244 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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jan 29, 20243 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Jun 26, 20234 min read
Our Client Kianna is Putting her Future in her Own Hands
Kianna, who is a client with the Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) Tailored Day Services program which serves individuals with...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Apr 19, 20233 min read
TMI Clients with IDD and their Staff Set the Bar for Outstanding Performance
Danny, David and Ezequiel have been volunteering at the Moreno Valley Senior Center since January of 2013 with the assistance of their...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 30, 20234 min read
Autism Awareness & Acceptance: Spotlight on USS Midway Team Member BG Miller
BG Miller, who has autism and is a client with Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), has certainly made a name for himself working on the...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 13, 20233 min read
First TMI Deaf and Hard of Hearing Group is Up and Running at STAT Animal Sanctuary
The first Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) group who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) is up and running in Hemet at the STAT (Save the...
Ginger Cohen - TMI Director of Corporate Communications
Mar 1, 20235 min read
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Sarah's Positive Outlook and Hard Work Pay Off
In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, our client Sarah, who has autism, shared her journey with the Toward Maximum...
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...
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