The resource and advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities in Anne Arundel & Howard Counties in Maryland.

The resource and advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities in Anne Arundel & Howard Counties in Maryland.

The resource and advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities in Anne Arundel & Howard Counties in Maryland.

The resource and advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities in Anne Arundel and Howard Counties in Maryland.


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


We provide services to enhance our Consumers’ quality of life and strengthen their support systems. All of our services are designed to help people with disabilities take part in and contribute to their communities.

Visit our About Page to learn more about our history, our staff and our Board.

Additional Programs

Veteran's Self Directed Services
Housing Navigation
Assistive Technology

Independent Living is not doing things by yourself. It is being in control of how things are done.

Judy Heumann

Affiliations

ARI is a proud member of the following organizations.

Maryland Nonprofits
National Council on Independent Living
Association of Community Services

Updates & Events

Facebook News & Updates

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Are you a disabled college student? Are you interested in: Disability policy, Connecting with other disabled students, Information to help you find a job, Developing your leadership skills?

Maryland Department of Disabilities is exploring hosting an in-person event and/or series of events to: Get your input on disability employment and related policies at the state level, Create a statewide network of college students with disabilities, Share information and resources on internships, jobs, and more.

Interested? Learn more here: tinyurl.com/bdea29ca

Image 1: Teen in wheelchair reading a book. Image 2: Blind student with white cane. Image 3: Students working in a group, one is using a tablet.
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The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council has released the draft State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) prior to the Public Hearing scheduled for March 27, 2023, from 3:00 to 4:00pm.

Read the draft SPIL to see proposed changes: ow.ly/ta0K50NrsKC

The SPIL is being extended for one more year per the Administration for Community Living.
In accordance with ACL regulations, a Public Hearing to solicit feedback is scheduled. Written comments may also be submitted to silcmaryland@gmail.com.

Here is the Public Hearing Zoom link and information
Topic: Maryland SPIL Public Hearing and Written Comments
Time: Mar 27, 2023, 3:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: us06web.zoom.us/j/87901916509?pwd=a29iZjQxSE8xQW1zaSsyWjNiaHNNQT09#success
Meeting ID: 879 0191 6509
Passcode: 537948
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Be sure to join the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc.'s Community Family Fun Day on May 6th!Save the Date! The first week of May is Children's Mental Health Awareness week, and we will be celebrating with a community family fun day in Annapolis. Join us for games, face-painting, a dunk tank, performances, and more! ... See MoreSee Less

The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council is hosting a Public Hearing on March 27, 2023, from 3:00 to 4:00pm to solicit feedback on the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).The State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) is being extended for one more year per the Administration for Community Living.

In accordance with ACL regulations, a Public Hearing to solicit feedback is scheduled for March 27, 2023, from 3:00 to 4:00pm. Written comments may also be submitted to silcmaryland@gmail.com.

Here is the Public Hearing Zoom link:

Topic: Maryland SPIL Public Hearing and Written Comments
Time: Mar 27, 2023, 3:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
us06web.zoom.us/j/87901916509?pwd=a29iZjQxSE8xQW1zaSsyWjNiaHNNQT09

Meeting ID: 879 0191 6509
Passcode: 537948
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The iDrive Maryland program expands access to affordable vehicle loans for Marylanders with disabilities, particularly those in rural areas of the state, via low-interest rates, flexible lending criteria, and expanded re-payment terms.

For more information, contact the Maryland Department of Disabilities, AT Financial Loan Program at 1-800-832-4827 or email mdtap.atlp@maryland.gov.

Learn more: conta.cc/3iGznml
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