My Own Place Inc

03/04/2026

🥁✨ Back Behind the Drums!✨🥁

During his day service program, Gary visited Atomic Music and played the drums for the first time in the last 8 years! After his amputation, this moment meant so much! 💚

The team at Atomic Music went above and beyond, welcoming him with encouragement and kindness. After hearing his story, they even gifted him with a free set of drumsticks so he can keep the music going!

At My Own Place, we believe independence includes pursuing the things that bring joy, confidence, and purpose. This was more than visit, it was a moment of rediscovery! 🎼

Thank you to the incredible staff at Atomic Music for helping make this day unforgettable!

03/02/2026

Building Independent living skills is a journey, and every step forwards matters! Whether its managing daily routines, navigating transportation, communicating needs, or understanding money, these everyday skill help adults with disabilities live with choice, confidence, and dignity 🌟

At My Own Place, we know that independence isn't about doing everything alone, its about having the support and tools to make decisions, participate in your community, and confidently live life your way. 💚

Read the full blog to learn more about how to empower independence for adults with disabilities.

Independent living does not mean living without help. It means having choice, control, and confidence in daily life. For adults with disabilities, independence is built through skills, support systems, and environments that respect individual needs.

02/04/2026

When Snowmageddon hit, we turned indoor time into quality time ❄
From games to crafts, the people we support made the most of being snowed in, sharing smiles, creativity, and fun along the way.
Sending warm wishes and hoping everyone stayed safe during the storm. 💚

01/16/2026

Every Donation makes a real impact! 💚
At My Own Place, contributions help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build independence, from essential daily living supplies and transportation to community engagement and assistive tools.
Whether big or small your support helps create opportunity, dignity, and a place to call home.
Learn more about how donations make a difference and consider supporting our mission this year by visiting our blog!

https://www.myownplaceinc.org/post/how-donations-help

01/13/2026

🎉🎂 Celebrating a very special milestone!🎂🎉
Please join us in wishing Kater a very Happy 85th birthday!! As the oldest person with us at My Own Place, Kater continues to remind us that age is just a number. From his love of traveling, to keeping us laughing with his jokes, to sharing his voice as a true singer at heart, Kater brings joy everywhere he goes!
This year also marks 25 years of Kater being part of the My Own Place Family, and we couldn't be more grateful to celebrate him. 💚

A special thank you to Riderwood Senior Living Community for hosting such a wonderful birthday celebration. Here's to many more adventures, laughs, and songs ahead, Kater 🎶✈️🎈

12/30/2025

🎄✨ What a joyful way to celebrate the season!

Our Christmas party was filled with laughter, music , and so many moments worth celebrating. From honoring our incredible staff with length-of-service awards to crowning our door decorating winners, showing off our best dressed looks, and dancing the night away! It was a celebration of community at its best! 💃🕺

We’re so grateful for the dedicated staff that make My Own Place what it is and for the people we support who bring so much joy to every gathering! Add great food, festive fun, and even a visit from Santa (off camera 😉), and it truly felt like the holidays!

🎅🏼🎁 Special thanks to the VFW in Suitland for generously hosting us and providing a wonderful space to celebrate together.

Here’s to connection, celebration, and carrying this joy into the new year! 💚🎄

12/19/2025

Elf duties: officially in full swing! 🎄🎁
Our staff has been hard at work packing up gifts for the people we support, because the holidays are better when everyone is celebrated!

Wishing you calm moments, smooth planning and a little magic as the season wraps up. ✨

12/15/2025

The doors are decked, the creativity is flowing, and the holiday spirit is STRONG 🎄✨
Our Christmas Door Decorating Contest brought out the teamwork, imagination, and joy we love most at My Own Place. From thoughtful details to over-the-top festive flair, every door tells a story and choosing a favorite definitely wont be easy! 🎁❄

Which ones your favorite 🤔

12/11/2025

The holiday season should be filled with warmth, joy and togetherness! With a little care, we can make celebrations welcoming for adults with I/DD 🎄

At My Own Place we believe simple, thoughtful adjustments can mea a big difference: Planning ahed, creating sensory-friendly environments, and giving everyone a real say in how the holidays look and feel!

Tap to read our latest blog and learn how you can help make holidays happier and more accessible for all.

https://www.myownplaceinc.org/post/how-to-make-holidays-accessible-for-adults-with-disabilities

12/09/2025

Happy 60th Birthday Aretha! 🎂💚

For 20 years you've been an unforgettable part of our My Own Place family, and what a journey it has been. From being hesitant to travel to becoming our queen of adventure, you've collected more memories, smiles and experiences than you ever imagined!

And of course, no celebration would be complete without you lighting up the dance floor 💃🏾

Here's to more joy, more trips, and more dance floors waiting for you! We love you Aretha! 💚

12/05/2025

Thank you to our incredible donors for supporting Mandy's Memorial Fund! Your generosity doesn't just honor Mandy's memory, it opens doors. Because of you, the people we support who may not be able to afford vacations now have the opportunity to travel with us, explore new places, and build meaningful experiences!

Your Kindness keeps Mandy's Spirit of connection, joy and possibility alive in our community! 💚

P.S Scan the QR codes from Mandys Memorial event flyers to see pictures/ videos from the event!

12/03/2025

Double the Candles, double the fun!! 🎂🎂
Help us wish Ron and Ricky the happiest 75th birthday!!

They have been a part of our My Own Place family for 25 years, and they still know how to bring the laughs, the smiles, and the twin energy everywhere they go! 💚💚

Here’s to more joy, more stories, and more birthday cake shared together.
Happy Birthday to our favorite duo!! 🎉🎉