Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc.

Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. DILA promotes access to services and resources for the Eastern Shore residents of MD who are Deaf Our Core Values

Community Connector. Individual Supporter.

We cultivate relationships and actively participate in the community to access needed resources and we help each person get involved and create their own supportive networks of friends, colleagues and families. We strive to figure out what every person wants, needs and dreams. Then, we work tirelessly to do “the right thing” and offer the best support possible to help each person create a life of their choosing. Independence Broker. We appreciate each person’s self-worth and right to determine the path and direction of their life. Joy Maker. We have fun with a “can do” infectious team spirit.

Haley had a blast at the Globe Trotters Basketball event last night.
03/06/2026

Haley had a blast at the Globe Trotters Basketball event last night.

03/06/2026

Peace of Mind Mental Health Services, LLC. will be holding a live workshop on March 23 addressing the Reality vs. Misconceptions of ADHD. Attend to learn, ask questions, and explore treatment options in a safe space with experienced clinicians.

📆 March 23
🕛 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
📍 Talbot County Free Library

🔗 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/netherlands--amsterdam/adhd-vs-misconceptions/

03/06/2026

Join IGNIX LLC for a Panel + Workshop March 15th, 2026 via Zoom from 1-4 pm EST. As a PCRID member enjoy an early bird discount, this sale ends March 8th, get your tickets today!

ID: Flyer with blue and orange background. Text reads "A Panel + Workshop This is the Impact Of Our Profession Through Deaf Eyes, Now What? March 15, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm (EST) Virtual (Zoom)" Flyer includes photo of presenter, Juliana Apfel and her background, registration information and RID CMP details.

03/06/2026

We can't go back, and we won't go back! On Thursday, March 12th, from 12pm -1 pm, join the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition for a Rally to Save DD Services! With your help, we want to let everyone know that the budget cannot be balanced on the back of people with disabilities. Please join us, wear red, and be ready to advocate!

More details on the entire day are available here:
Come early if you can to have a showing in the statehouse chambers and to visit legislator offices. The Rally starts promptly at noon on Lawyers Mall, rain or shine. https://conta.cc/4d0ilcj

A few of our individuals had fun at the Bowling lanes yesterday.
03/06/2026

A few of our individuals had fun at the Bowling lanes yesterday.

03/05/2026
03/03/2026

The Maryland Association of Community Services (MACS), in partnership with The Arc Maryland, is urging providers, families, DSPs, and advocates to contact legislators starting tomorrow, March 3, as the General Assembly deliberates the DDA budget.

Governor Wes Moore’s proposed reductions total $155.4 million in State General Funds and $310.8 million overall. If these cuts move forward, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities will have their access to essential supports put at risk.

What’s at stake:
• Reduced one-to-one staffing for people with significant medical and behavioral needs
• A proposed budget cap that could mean fewer service hours, loss of meaningful day opportunities, and even potential discharge from services

These are not abstract numbers. They impact real people, real families, and real lives. For many Marylanders, these services mean stability, safety, independence, and community inclusion.

Take Action: Call or email your legislators and urge them to oppose these DDA budget cuts. Share how these changes would affect you or your loved one.

03/03/2026

"Non-speaking does not mean non-thinking, non-hearing, non-understanding, or non-feeling". Period.


Image Credit: Speaking of Samantics

03/02/2026

Input needed - proposed changes to the Community Pathways Medicaid Waiver. We are hosting webinars on March 4 and March 11 to provide an overview of changes DDA is requesting to improve the long-term sustainability of the Community Pathways Medicaid waiver program. The webinar will also include a Question and Answer segment. The proposed changes to the current waiver will be considered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We encourage the community to share feedback. DDA has opened a 30-day public comment period that runs through April 1, 2026. Comments can be submitted to wfb.dda@maryland.gov or mailed to: DDA Federal Programs Unit, 201 West Preston Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore MD 21201. Register for the March 4th webinar: https://bit.ly/3OTR6WS. More information can be found here: https://bit.ly/4l8haJm.

Address

806 Snow Hill Rd
Salisbury, MD
21804

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Our Core Values Community Connector. We cultivate relationships and actively participate in the community to access needed resources and we help each person get involved and create their own supportive networks of friends, colleagues and families. Individual Supporter. We strive to figure out what every person wants, needs and dreams. Then, we work tirelessly to do “the right thing” and offer the best support possible to help each person create a life of their choosing. Independence Broker. We appreciate each person’s self-worth and right to determine the path and direction of their life. Joy Maker. We have fun with a “can do” infectious team spirit.