Our Mission
To maximize the independence of people with disabilities, so they enjoy self-directed, productive lives.
Who We Serve
ARI serves people of all ages with all disabilities within Anne Arundel and Howard Counties in Maryland.
What We Do
Additional Programs
Independent Living is not doing things by yourself. It is being in control of how things are done.
Ways to Support ARI
Affiliations
ARI is a proud member of the following organizations.
Updates & Events
Facebook News & Updates
Upcoming Events
Independence Amplified Maryland
Monday, January 25th at 2:00 p.m.
Patti Dorn a Professional in Insurance Regulation from the Maryland Insurance Administration will share information about life insurance: what it covers, doesn’t cover and the importance of having it. Anna Moretti a nurse and attorney from Montgomery Hospice will provide a greater understanding of Advance Directives and why you may want to consider making your end of life preferences known. Join us for these important but challenging conversations and lots of time for questions.
Registration Link: weblink.donorperfect.com/Independenceamplifiedmaryland
Meditation & Tips for Relaxation, with Staci Jones
Zoom
Could you use a little light in your life these winter days? Join ARI for a 30-minute meditation session, led by Staci Jones. Meditation can assist with: increasing calmness and physical relaxation; improving psychological balance, and enhancing overall health and well-being. For the remainder of the session, we'll discuss things that can bring you joy and help you to relax.
Visit us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lf-yorz4iGtPDo9n__LYger-69Fe9c2zi to register in advance. The access info will be provided following your registration.
Event intended for individuals with disabilities, and those who support them. Need additional info or accommodations? Please contact Office Manager Nicole Griffith at 410-636-2274 or ngriffith@arinow.org. Thank you!
Independence Amplified Maryland
Monday, February 1st at 2:00 p.m
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Filling Up Your Gas Tank Without Ever Having To Get Out Of The Car.
Join Josh Basile, a Maryland quadriplegic, disability advocate, and lawyer, on February 1 at 2:00 PM to learn about a FREE brand-new app for drivers with disabilities to fill up gas at the pump without ever having to get out of your car. Drive with more confidence and less worry when filling up your gas tank. No more honking, asking for bystander help, running out of gas, or having to get out of your car. This is a game changing service that is going to change the way drivers with disabilities access American roads. Please share this must attend virtual presentation with your disability community members, friends and family.
Registration Link: weblink.donorperfect.com/Independenceamplifiedmaryland
ARI: Our Programs, Staff, and Vision for Independent Living
Zoom
Come one, come all! On 2/10, we invite anybody and everybody to virtually join ARI as we explain our vision of independence for Anne Arundel and Howard County residents with disabilities, and how our programs help to achieve that. Hear from our leadership about ARI's role in the history of Centers for Independent Living nationwide. Our Program Managers will present on their respective programs, detailing exactly how individuals with disabilities in these 2 counties can receive our various services. Questions are encouraged!
Visit us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsdu2rqTkjH9dwS68GypZu2mC6kHYLb_5b to register in advance. The access info will be provided following your registration.
Event intended for individuals with disabilities, and those who support them. Remote Conference Captioning will be provided live. Need additional info or accommodations? Please contact Office Manager Nicole Griffith at 410-636-2274 or ngriffith@arinow.org. Thank you!
Accessible Resources for Independence
2 days ago
Read on, Anne Arundel and Howard County residents considering or planning to get the COVID-19 vaccine!
Anne Arundel residents - Did you know you can get free assistance registering for the COVID-19 vaccine, even transportation for your vaccination appointment? Visit bit.ly/2Mcy9P2 for more info.
Eligible Howard County residents - You too can get assistance registering for your COVID-19 vaccination! Visit bit.ly/363oVvr for more info.
For trustworthy content on this vaccine, you can rely on official websites from the CDC and the MD Dept of Health. Social media can be deceptive! As a start, check out this site linked below. ... See MoreSee Less
covidLINK | Maryland Department of Health
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Accessible Resources for Independence
2 days ago
Would you or someone you know benefit from this scholarship? Hamilton Relay is offering a $500 scholarship to support a Maryland high school student who is Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, or has difficulty speaking in their post-secondary education. ... See MoreSee Less
High School Scholarships | Hamilton Relay
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Creating opportunities to further a student’s higher education is a priority for Hamilton Relay. The goal of the Hamilton Relay Scholarship is to su...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Accessible Resources for Independence
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“I don’t look at my disability as a weakness." She said. "It’s made me the performer that I am and the storyteller that I strive to be.” ... See MoreSee Less
How a 22-year-old L.A. native became Biden’s inauguration poet
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She became the national youth poet laureate at age 16; six years later, she read her poem at Joe Biden's and Kamala Harris' historic swearing-in.Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Join us on February 12th for a great event with our sister Centers for Independent Living in Maryland. This is a not to miss event! ... See MoreSee Less
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Accessible Resources for Independence
4 days ago
Yesterday - 2021's MLK Jr Day - was a Holiday for our staff, so please pardon our belated tribute to our Black brothers and sisters in the intersectional fight for civil rights! But read on...
Because did you know that the Black Panther party was INSTRUMENTAL to the 1977 passage of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation for Americans with disabilities? The Black Panthers were arguably the most revolutionary 20th century organization promoting the rights of Black Americans. So thank you to Martin Luther King Jr for paving the way to this historic coalition!
Follow the link to read this short but BOLD statement supporting Disability Rights that the Black Panthers sent to the media in 1977! And thank you again to our Black brothers and sisters... ... See MoreSee Less
An early letter of support from the Black Panther Party calls for the Section 504 regulations to be signed, and offers solidarity with the occupiers. | Patient No More
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From the Collection of HolLynn D'Lil For Immediate Release April 8, 1977Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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