by RFI | Nov 13, 2024 | Awareness, Education, Helping
In our community, we believe that independence is a fundamental right for all, and our independent living center is here to support that vision. Since starting RFI, we have provided individuals with disabilities the tools, resources, and community connections they...
by RFI | Mar 10, 2021 | Awareness, Education, Helping
Melissa Blubaugh has been appointed to the Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council. Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council plays an integral part in the independent living arena. A few services and/or duties which the Council members provide are as...
by RFI | Feb 25, 2021 | Awareness, Education, Helping
Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life. Dogs can be trained to perform many important tasks to assist people with disabilities, such as providing stability for a person who has difficulty walking, picking up...
by RFI | Dec 31, 2020 | Awareness, Community Involvement, Helping
Resources for Independence has teamed up with Columbia Gas to give additional aide to local United States Veterans who are currently homeless. “Columbia Gas came to us before Veteran’s Day and wanted to give the agency $1,500 to help local veterans in some way,” said...
by RFI | Aug 1, 2020 | Covid-19, Helping
This year has certainly provided our community with many obstacles to tackle, but through the unknown, Resources for Independence has found ways to help our consumers and the rest of the community be better prepared for whatever future situations may arise. We have...