by RFI | May 22, 2025 | Awareness, Education, Helping
Robin Cosley-Dorsey began her journey with Resources for Independence in 2014 when she contacted our CIL inquiring about resources for her son, Bradley. Bradley is a young gentleman with cerebral palsy requiring 24 hour nursing services. He lives with his mom in...
by RFI | Mar 27, 2025 | Awareness, Education, Helping
Recently, I had the opportunity to conduct a disability awareness activity with the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Program. The goal of this presentation was to provide students with a deeper understanding of the challenges individuals with physical disabilities...
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...
