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
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Independent Living is not doing things by yourself. It is being in control of how things are done.
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Planning your holiday travel? Airbnb has made it easier for people with disabilities by introducing an Adapted Category to its search feature. The feature shows homes which are specially adapted for wheelchair access, with verified step-free paths into the home, bedroom and bathroom. Airbnb said it is working with the spatial data company Matterport to 3D map all of the homes in the adapted category to verify that they meet mobility criteria.
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AutiAm Hiring Program is now accepting applications for its Winter 2023 cohort!Autism Hiring Program Now Accepting Applications for its Winter 2023 cohort!
The Autism Hiring Program was created by the Howard County Autism Society to advance workplace neurodiversity and acceptance, connecting businesses to an untapped workforce of skilled Autistic adults and targeting jobseekers not supported by existing systems.
The ideal candidate is someone who comes to it with an open mind, is committed to their own success, and whose ultimate goal is to find and sustain meaningful employment. Other requirements:
• High school degree/GED (may have certifications, some college and/or college degree)
• Not currently receiving services from DDA, DORS, an agency, or employment specialist/counselor
• Able to attend weekly peer group and 1:1 sessions independently with our staff virtually and in person
• Responsive to requests from our staff to schedule meetings, coaching sessions, interviews, trainings
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The program is available at no cost to candidates and employers in Central MD. Applications are due December 23, 2022. Additional instructions and information for potential candidates are included in the application. The program will begin mid-January 2023 and runs through March 2023.
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#ICYMI: Be sure to check out this month's 5 Things You Need to Know Newsletter from ARI!
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ARI joins the world today in recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Did you know?
Of the one billion population of persons with disabilities, 80% live in developing countries.
An estimated 46% of older people aged 60 years and over are people with disabilities.
One in every five women is likely to experience disability in her life, while one in every ten children is a child with a disability.
Persons with disabilities in the world are among the hardest hit by COVID-19.
ARI proudly continues our tireless work to build a world of inclusion and equality for all.
Learn more about IDPD: idpwd.org/
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Did you know that when you shop on smile.amazon.com, Amazon donates a portion of every purchase you make to a charity of your choice?
This holiday season, your can support your local Center for Independent Living by designating ARI as your Amazon Smile charity. It's a small step that makes a big impact for people with disabilities residing in Howard and Anne Arundel Counties!
Designate ARI as your AmazonSmile charity today: smile.amazon.com/ch/94-3487148
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