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Accessible Resources for Independence

Accessible Resources for Independence, Inc., (ARI) provides support and services to people with disabilities in Anne Arundel and Howard counties in Maryland. Accessible Resources for Independence is a center for independent living (CIL) that is consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, and nonresidential.
Its mission is to maximize the independence of people with disabilities so they enjoy self-directed, productive lives. In carrying out our mission, ARI provides the resources, training, counseling and other assistance needed to enhance independence, productivity and quality of life, strengthen family support systems and assist people with disabilities in becoming integrated into the mainstream of life. 410-636-2274 Visit their website

Achieving Independence

Provides disability support services to individuals in Maryland who have elected to Self-Direct their DDA waivered services. 667-352-8481 Visit their website

Adaptive Living Inc

Provides residential and community living support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Adaptive Living 410 730 1289

Arc of Baltimore

Dedicated to providing advocacy and high quality, life-changing supports since 1949 in Baltimore City and Baltimore County, The Arc Baltimore supports more than 6,000 adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The Arc Baltimore

Arc of Howard County

Funds programs, such as job training and respite care, to benefit developmentally disabled citizens of Howard County and their families. 410 730 0638 Website

Assistive Technology Navigator

This Assistive Technology page is a resource presented by MIH in conjunction with the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration. On Aug. 15, 2022, Maryland became a Technology First State through a proclamation signed by the Governor. This means the state is committed to empowering all Marylanders with disabilities to have access to technology that will help them live, work and play in their communities. website

Athelas Institute

Provides vocational training and educational, rehabilitative and residential support for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Website  410 964 1241

Autism Society of Maryland 

Serves individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and their communities by providing information, support, and advocacy; by promoting awareness of autism that values the dignity and uniqueness of each individual; and by working to improve the quality of and access to services and to educational opportunities. Website  410 290 3466

They now have Resource Coordinators and offices in Howard, Montgomery and Anne Arundel counties. Their Spanish Language Resource Coordinator serves all three counties. This expansion and their new name builds on the important work they have been doing in the community for the past 30 years and enables them to connect to even more individuals and families on the Autism journey with the local resources and services they need. As AUSOM, we continue to partner with the local affiliate, the Autism Society Baltimore-Chesapeake, which serves Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Center for Social Change

Provides residential programs and training for the developmentally disabled. 410 579 6789 Website

Delmarva Community Services Inc., 

Delmarva Community Services, Inc. is a multi-service, non-profit agency dedicated to helping people who wish to maintain dignity, and an independent lifestyle within their community on the Delmarva Peninsula.
410-221-1900 Website

Howard County Office on Aging and Independence

Principal agency that coordinates programs and services for adults with disabilities in Howard County. Specifically, the Office administers the Maryland Access Point of Howard County which helps with: Guidance with Assistance and Benefits, Referrals to Programs and Services and Plans for the Future. 410-313-1234 (voice/relay) Learn More

Howard County Autism Society now Autism Society of Maryland

Howard County’s Office of Transportation

Offers free fixed-route fares to individuals with disabilities and administers the Paratransit Program, which provides curb-to-curb service for individuals with disabilities who cannot use existing bus service. 1-800-270-9553

Howard County Public School System

Check out these great resources. HCPSS.org

Humanim 

Not-for-profit organization serving children, adolescents, adults and seniors with disabilities through many areas of human services, including mental health, workforce development services, vocational, neuro-rehabilitation, developmental disabilities and services for the deaf.
Visit their website 410 381 7171

JAN

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source for free, expert and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working towards practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee. JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace.
Website 800 526 7234

Linwood Center 

Runs a school and provides residential services for children with emotional disorders, especially autism. Offers residential and employment services for adults with autism.
Website 410 465 1352

Maryland Centers for Independent Living

Centers for Independent Living teach skills of independence, advocacy training and offer technology resources.  Each Center provides a mix of services dependent on community needs.  Please check for the center that works with your county and contact them for more information.

• For Anne Arundel & Howard Counties:
  Accessible Resources for Independence, Inc.
  Email: arinow@arinow.org
  1406-B Crain Hwy South, Suite 206
  Glen Burnie, MD 21061
  Phone: 443-713-3914
  Fax: 443-713-3909
  Arinow.org
  Facebook Page
• For Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, Worchester Counties:
  Bay Area Center for Independent Living (BACIL)
  Katherine Jones – Executive Director
  Emial: kjones@bayareacil.org
  31516 Winterplace Parkway, Suite 100
  Salisbury, MD 21804
  Phone: 443-260-0822
  Fax: 443-260-0833
  Bayareacil.org
  Facebook Page
• For Montgomery & Prince George’s Counties:
  Independence Now, Inc.
  Diane Palmer, Executive Director
  Email: dpalmer@innow.org 
  12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Phone: 240-898-2183
  Fax: 301-625-9777
  Website
  Facebook Page
• For Allegany, Garrett & Washington Counties:
  Resources for Independence, Inc.
  Lori Magruder, Executive Director
  Email: lmagruder@rficil.org
  735 East Oldtown Rd
  Cumberland, MD 21502
  Phone: 301-784-1774
  Fax: 301-784-1776
  RFICIL.org
  Facebook Page
• For Calvert, Charles & St. Mary’s Counties:
  Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living
  Lidiya Belyovska, Executive Director
  Email: LBelyovaska@smcil.org
  38588 Brett Way, Suite 1
  Mechanicsville, MD 20659
  Fax: 301-884-6099
  Phone: 301-884-4498
  Smcilo.rg
  Facebook Page
• For Carroll & Frederick Counties
  The Freedom Center, Inc.
  550 Highland St., Suite 150
  Frederick, MD 21701
  Phone: 301-846-7811
  Fax: 301-846-9070
  Email: advocate@thefreedomcenter-md.org
  The Freedom Center
  Facebook Page
• For Baltimore City, Baltimore & Harford Counties:
  The Image Center of Maryland
  Teara Winmond, Executive Director
  Email: twinmond@imagemd.org
  300 East. Joppa Road, Suite 312
  Towson Maryland 21286
  Phone: 410-982-6311
  Fax: 410-372-4037
  Website
  Facebook Page

Maryland Department of Aging

They offer new and gently used durable medical equipment. Available to Maryland residents of all ages free of charge! 240-230-8000
dme.maryland.gov

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council

Planning Now is a comprehensive, easy to use futures and estate planning guide for families of children and adults with developmental disabilities. Future & estates planning includes envisioning a desired future for your child. Topics covered include financial and healthcare benefits, wills, trusts, tax considerations, financial planning, and others. For more information go to: MD Council

Maryland Inclusive Housing 

Maryland Inclusive Housing Corporation’s mission is to help people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) successfully access and maintain inclusive, affordable, and accessible housing of their choice by creating opportunities, identifying resources, connecting people and providing services. Learn More

Administered by Telecommunications Access of Maryland (TAM), this State agency provides equipment and services for Marylanders who have difficulty using a telephone and more. Maryland Relay is a free public service that allows people, unable to use a standard telephone, to both make and receive phone calls. You are responsible for paying your monthly telephone bill to your chosen service provider. Long distance rates may apply.

The Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) is a program run by the Maryland Department of Disabilities. Their mission is to enhance the lives of all Marylanders with disabilities, older Marylanders, and their families by helping support access to assistive technology (AT) devices through AT demonstrations, device loans, trainings, and financing. MD TAP

• MDTAP AT Library Tours

Would you like to see some of the newest AT on the market?
Would you like to talk with an assistive technology specialist to learn more?
Schedule a customized tour of the AT library to learn about how AT can best help you, your friends, your family or your clients!

To schedule a tour, contact Lori Berrong at lori.berrong@maryland.gov or 410-554-9477

Neurodiversity Career Connector

Finding meaningful employment. Founded in 2017, the Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Roundtable is a collection of employers committed to neurodiversity-focused hiring initiatives. Though we span many industries, we share a belief that organizations thrive when they tap into the unique talents of their employees, and individuals thrive when they can present their best self at work. We strive not only to match neurodivergent job seekers with meaningful jobs but also to provide the training and support needed for career growth and success. NDCC Simplifyhire

Resource Connections Inc.

Works with you to secure the services you need to assist you live the life you choose. They receive their referrals from the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and work with you as you pursue eligibility determination. They provide services to those on the Waiting List or Resource Coordination and Community Pathways Waiver enrollment. Tel: 301 429 9300 or go to Resconnect.org

Ryan’s Place Foundation (formerly Lollipop Kids Foundation)

Collects outgrown/no longer needed DME, refurbishes it, and matches it to a child in need. A licensed PT fits each piece of DME to the child, and trains parents and caregivers on proper usage. Offer Community Social Hub and Sensory friendly haircuts Ryans Place Foundation
Contact info@ryansplacefoundation.org

Shared Support Maryland Inc.,
Shared Support Maryland, Inc. assists people in developing and maintaining the self-direction of their services and supports, fosters and grows community connections and relationships, and values the ambitions and goals of the people we support by joining in their pursuits and sharing in their successes. In doing so we inspire systemic change. Learn More

The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

• DDA Overview
• Waiting List
• Coordinators of Community Services
• Person Centered Planning