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Resources for Independence, Inc.

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Resources for Independence, Inc.

Resources for Independence, Inc., is a Center for Independent Living.

The mission of Resources for Independence is to provide services that promote independence, accessibility, self-advocacy, productivity, and quality of life for all individuals or groups of individuals with all types of significant disabilities, (A significant disability is one which affects a person in a limiting way in one or more areas of life functions such as: mobility, cognitive reasoning, co

mmunication, etc .) Services are provided to those residing in Allegany, Garrett, and Washington Counties in Maryland.

04/27/2026

Become a Sponsor ⛳

Support the Resources for Independence Golf Tournament and promote your business at the same time!

🏆 Sponsorship Levels:
• Bronze – $100
• Silver – $200
• Gold – $300

✔️ Course signage
✔️ Media recognition
✔️ Banner placement (Silver & Gold)
✔️ Golf cart signage (Gold)

Your support helps provide life-changing resources for individuals with disabilities.

📩 Interested? Contact 301-723-0427

04/24/2026

⛳ Save the Date!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Golf Tournament on September 19th at Fore Sisters!

Whether you're playing for fun, networking, or a little friendly competition, it will be a great day on the course.

🏌️‍♂️ More details coming soon—stay tuned!

04/22/2026

Independence at home starts with access.

This stair-lift installation, completed by Total Mobility Services, is helping one individual safely reach his second-floor bedroom and bathroom again—something that had become difficult and unsafe on his own.

Funded through our AT/IL Program and Golf Tournament Fundraising efforts, this modification allows him to remain independent in the home he loves.

Projects like this are exactly why our golf tournament matters. Every dollar raised goes directly toward creating safer, more accessible homes for individuals in our community.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support this mission. 💙

04/20/2026

☀️ Summer Opportunities Are Here!

Check out the 2026 Pre-ETS Training Summer Schedule for Allegany County—designed to help students build skills, explore careers, and prepare for the future!

📅 Program Highlights:
• June: Self-Advocacy (June 24–25)
• July: Work Readiness (July 7–8)
• August:
– Job Exploration Counseling (Aug 3–4)
– Post-Secondary Education Counseling (Aug 10–11)

⏰ Sessions range from 9am–5pm depending on the program.

📌 How to Get Started:
Participants will need a referral through DORS to register.

This is a great opportunity for students to gain confidence, learn valuable skills, and take the next step toward independence!

📞 Questions? Contact Michelle Holliday for more information.

04/17/2026

A barrier-free shower can change everything.

This project, completed with AT/IL funds and support from our Golf Tournament Fundraiser, provided a safe solution for an individual who could no longer safely step in and out of her bathtub after multiple falls.

With expert work by JL Wolford Contracting Inc., she now has a beautiful, functional, and safe shower—complete with grab bars for added stability and peace of mind.

"I am so thankful I became familiar with your organization. You have provided me with a new safe alternative to my bathtub. I have fallen and had difficulty getting out of my tub on a regular basis! Your intervention has provided me with a safe and functional bathing/shower area. The grab bars are such a relief. Also, it is very beautiful. Wolford Construction did a fabulous job on the installation. I appreciate what your company has done for me. Being disabled, its not easy getting help. Thank you!! Thank you!!"

This is why our Golf Tournament matters. Every dollar raised helps create safer homes and supports independence for individuals in our community.

⛳ Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible.

04/14/2026

Bob and Michelle are representing our team today at the Garrett County Transition Fair!

We’re proud to connect with the community, share resources, and support individuals as they navigate important life transitions.

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello!

04/13/2026

Your voice matters — and it deserves to be heard. 🗳️

The Maryland Disability Forum is hosting Voter Rights Workshops to help individuals with disabilities feel confident and informed when heading to the polls. Whether it’s understanding your rights or learning about accessible voting options, this workshop is for you.

✨ What you’ll gain:
• Knowledge of your voting rights
• Guidance on accessible voting tools
• Confidence to participate in upcoming elections

📍 Multiple locations across Maryland
📅 April through August | 10 AM – 12 PM

Take the next step in making an impact in your community.

🔗 Sign up today: https://www.maryland-disabilities-forum.org/events/

04/11/2026

Another meaningful project completed—made possible through AT/IL funds and the generous support from our Golf Tournament Fundraiser ⛳

These projects are more than just home modifications—they’re life-changing improvements that help individuals remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes.

Every swing taken at our golf tournament directly contributes to making this kind of impact. Because of that support, we’re able to continue providing essential modifications that truly make a difference.

Thank you to everyone who participates, donates, and believes in this mission. 💙

Special thanks to JL Wolford Contracting Inc for completing this work!

04/09/2026

In the autism community, language matters—and you may see two common approaches:

Identity-first language (“autistic person”) - Autistic” describes a person’s identity
Puts the focus on accepting autism as part of the person - Many autistic people prefer this

Person-first language (“person with autism”) - “Autism” describes a condition someone has
The person is separate from the diagnosis. Some people prefer this

So, which is right?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Preferences vary widely—many autistic individuals favor identity-first language, while others prefer person-first. The most respectful approach is to listen and follow each person’s lead.

04/08/2026

🗳️ MAKE AN IMPACT — Your Vote, Your Voice!

Join the Maryland Disability Forum for a Voter Rights Workshop designed to empower individuals with disabilities. Learn about your voting rights, accessible voting options, and how to make your voice heard at the polls!

📅 Upcoming Dates (10 AM – 12 PM):
• April 16 – Baltimore (The Arc Baltimore)
• April 30 – Aberdeen (The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region)
• May 9 – Ellicott City (MD School for the Deaf)
• August 27 – Hagerstown (The Arc Washington County)

💡 This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference in your community.

🔗 Register & learn more: https://www.maryland-disabilities-forum.org/events/

03/05/2026

We were honored to spend time in Annapolis connecting with Mike McKay to talk about the work being done by Resources for Independence and the importance of supporting individuals with disabilities across our region.

Advocacy and collaboration with our state leaders are essential to ensuring people with disabilities have access to the resources, opportunities, and independence they deserve. We appreciate Senator McKay taking the time to meet with us and learn more about the impact of our programs in Allegany County and beyond.

03/04/2026

Had an amazing time speaking at the Physical Therapy Assistant Program at ACM the other day!

We talked all about Spinal Cord Injuries and Disability Awareness—so important for future PTs to understand and advocate for their patients.

Feeling grateful for the opportunity to share, educate, and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals! 🙌

Address

735 E. Oldtown Road
Cumberland, MD
21502

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13017841774

Website

http://www.rficil.org/

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Our Story

Resources for Independence (RFI) is a Center for Independent Living (CIL). Centers for Independent Living are grassroots, advocacy driven organizations run by and for people with disabilities. They focus on civil rights, the independent living philosophy, and inclusion.

The Independent Living Movement creates a new social paradigm for people with disabilities, emphasizing consumer control, achieved through the staff and Board of Directors of each Center for Independent Living being comprised necessarily of at 51% people with significant disabilities.

Resources for Independence mission is carried out in a wide variety of ways, according to the priorities and needs of local communities through four core services.