Independence Now empowers people with disabilities to live independently, advocate for their rights, and thrive in their communities.

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⭐️ Applications are still open for #MDYLF26—a 3-day leadership experience for high school juniors & seniors with disabilities. 📅 June 25–27 | 📍 Towson University Learn more: buff.ly/arUgvzh #MDYLF #DisabilityCommunity #YouthLeadership
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Your voice matters. We encourage all eligible #voters in #PrinceGeorgesCounty and #MontgomeryCounty to participate in the upcoming #PrimaryElection and make your voice heard in shaping the future of our communities. Primary Election Day: June 23,2026
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Check your voter registration, know your polling location, & explore #AccessibleVoting options: Prince George’s County voters: buff.ly/By7GGJQ Montgomery County voters: buff.ly/hzjjXgb Maryland State Board of Elections: buff.ly/VmZJoGF

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Every #vote is a way to use your voice in decisions that impact #housing, #transportation, #education, #DisabilityServices, and more. Let’s stay engaged and informed. #MarylandVotes #DisabilityRights #DisabilityCommunity #AccessibleVoting #VotingAccess #CivicEngagement
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This week's #WeeklyRoundup includes a reminder to #vote in the June 23 #PrimaryElection, an important update on the MFP program, opportunities to shape #DisabilityAdvocacy priorities, upcoming events, and more. Read more: buff.ly/vtYpyAr #MarylandDisability

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Join us June 15, 2:00–3:30 p.m., for #IAM Exploring the Attendant Care Plus Program. Learn how this program helps #Marylanders with severe physical disabilities direct their own care and choose their own service providers. Register: buff.ly/ep83Jbk #MarylandDisability
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Catch up on the latest from #IndependenceNow! This week’s #WeeklyRoundup includes an important update on the MFP program, #MDYLF26 sponsors, the Maryland SILC survey, board recruitment opportunities, upcoming events, & ways to get involved. Read more: buff.ly/zXRjmL5 .
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Thank You to Our Champion Sponsor! A special thank you to the @Wegmans - Rockville for serving as a Champion Level Sponsor of the 2026 Maryland Youth Leadership Forum (MDYLF)!
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Their support helps make this life-changing #leadership experience possible for MD high school students with disabilities. Through #MDYLF, participants build #LeadershipSkills, explore #IndependentLiving, & gain valuable tools for success in college, careers, and community life.
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Thank You to Our Champion Sponsor! A special thank you to @ADAinfo for serving as a Champion Level Sponsor of the 2026 Maryland Youth Leadership Forum (MDYLF)!
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Their support helps make this life-changing #leadership experience possible for MD high school students with disabilities. Through #MDYLF, participants build #LeadershipSkills, explore #IndependentLiving, & gain valuable tools for success in college, careers, and community life.
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Refresh your body, mind, and spirit this summer! Join Independence Now and Disability Partnerships for a fun cooking class featuring fruit-infused beverages, light summer dishes, and great company. June 18, 1–3:30 PM, Silver Spring Learn more: buff.ly/p2ogkJM .
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Join us July 9 for Independence Now’s Annual Meeting, Voices of Independence: Stories That Empower, in Silver Spring! Hear powerful consumer stories, celebrate advocacy, and connect with the disability community. Learn more: buff.ly/QkHqJKE #DisabilityAdvocacy
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Join Independence Now’s Lighting Your Path webinar on June 10 from 1–3 PM to learn about services, training programs, and resources from Blind Industries and Services of Maryland. Learn more: buff.ly/Z0Pd7pA #Blindness #LowVision #IndependentLiving
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Are you or someone you know living in a nursing facility and wanting to transition back into the community? Join this supportive conversation to learn about resources, independence, and #CommunityLiving 📅 6/16 @ 1pm ⭐️ Learn more: buff.ly/h4H3kbA #IndependentLiving
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#ResearchStudy Opportunity: The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center and New Mexico State University are seeking Black individuals with disabilities to share their experiences with #SelfAdvocacy. Eligible participants can receive compensation. Learn more: buff.ly/RNxv5O7
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Catch up on the latest from Independence Now. This week’s #WeeklyRoundup includes MFP updates, #MDYLF applications, opportunities to share your voice, upcoming workshops, community events, & more! Read the latest: buff.ly/zXRjmL5 #IndependentLiving #MarylandDisability
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Join us July 9 for Independence Now’s Annual Meeting, Voices of Independence: Stories That Empower, in Silver Spring! Hear powerful consumer stories, celebrate advocacy, and connect with the disability community. Learn more: buff.ly/QkHqJKE #DisabilityAdvocacy
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#ICYMI Catch up on the latest from #IndependenceNow! This week’s roundup includes important #MDYLF info, upcoming events, housing and employment resources, advocacy updates, wellness opportunities, and more. Read now: buff.ly/R4ASnrW #DisabilityCommunity
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