[…] with James Orman, Program Coordinator at People on the Go Maryland (POGM). At POGM, James works with the public to raise awareness and share education about issues impacting people with disabilities. What makes you unique? As a person with autism, it is a lifelong journey and I was diagnosed late in life, learning of […]

[…] following his release from incarceration, Katrell experienced a life-altering event—he was a victim of gun violence and he lost his vision. The loss of his sight significantly impacted his ability to navigate the world. With unwavering support from his family and friends, Katrell managed to maintain a sense of normalcy and independence. His mother […]

[…] mental health conditions," she says. "And they don’t have much empathy for them, either." The disparity between the way physical and mental health challenges are viewed has impacted not only how Carrie’s children have been treated, but it’s affected how others treat Carrie, too. "I wish people would provide the same support and compassion […]

[…] also ask the General Assembly to ensure that any cost containment strategy includes safeguards that protect participant health and safety, preserve due process, and provide transparency regarding impacts and outcomes. If approved, the proposed DDA cost containment strategies must be implemented in a manner that protects Marylanders with intellectual and developmental disabilities and maintains […]

[…] the General Assembly to ensure that any cost containment strategy includes safeguards that protect participant health and sa fety, preserve due process, and provide 5 transparency regarding impacts and outcomes. If approved , the proposed DDA cost containment strategies must be implemented in a manner that protects Marylanders with intellectual and developmental disabilities and […]

[…] the four elements. To take advantage of the opportunities identified, SCI needs to fully use its related strengths. Furthermore, to prevent the identified threats from more significantly impacting the organization, any related weaknesses must be addressed. Additional linkages were identified between strengths that could be used to overcome threats and weaknesse s that must […]