Toward Maximum Independence

Toward Maximum Independence Serving individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, & veterans

We are advocates for the belief that disability does not mean inability. We believe that each person has an inherent dignity and unique self-worth. Our long-standing VISION is that all people enjoy full inclusion in the work place, community and society in general. Independence and self-responsibility are fostered by respect for the individual’s autonomy and by empowering the individual to make informed decisions. Everyone should have the opportunity to reach their potential competence with opportunities to perform functional and meaningful activities or work with support if needed to promote success. All people we support experience full inclusion in their daily lives in all aspects of community life. We believe that the three cornerstones of a strong life foundation are; living as independently as possible, having the opportunity for real work for real pay, and providing children and young adults with caring family homes with personalized supports.

03/17/2026
Top o’ the morning from CONNECT and everyone at TMI! 🎩 Wishing you a day full of shamrocks and sunshine! ☘️☀️"May the ro...
03/17/2026

Top o’ the morning from CONNECT and everyone at TMI! 🎩 Wishing you a day full of shamrocks and sunshine! ☘️☀️

"May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back." 🇮🇪

Our clients had a wonderful time getting creative with St. Patrick's Day arts and crafts. A huge thank you to Frances Johnson for leading these fun activities! 🎨

Happy St. Paddy’s Day to you and yours! 💚🌈

❤️ We love this photo! 📸✨ A huge thank you to all who advocated for individuals with intellectual and developmental disa...
03/12/2026

❤️ We love this photo! 📸✨ A huge thank you to all who advocated for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) at the California Disability Services Association (CDSA) Legislative Affairs Conference at the State Capitol—including TMI COO Jessie Campbell, Chief HR Officer & General Counsel Rebeca Valenzuela, and Director of Supported Employment Marcus Byrd. 🏛️📣

Our team met with state legislators to champion the vital IDD services our community relies on. Thank you to CDSA for leading the charge and providing this powerful platform for change! 🌟

March is Developmental Disability Awareness Month and we're celebrating how we always do: advocacy! Today, CDSA members, self-advocates, families, and direct support professionals are spreading awareness at the State Capitol. They're in meetings with all 120 state legislators.

This good-looking group got trained on advocacy skills and public policy issues yesterday. Tag yourself and your organization if you were in this crowd!

03/06/2026

We believe every young person deserves someone who truly believes in them. ❤️

We’re looking for compassionate Resource Parents in San Diego County to provide a supportive home for a youth with special needs. 🏡

Join us in building a brighter tomorrow and providing the safe, caring environment they need to thrive. 💫🌱

➡️ We offer competitive monthly financial and respite stipends. Visit TMI-INC.ORG to get started today! 🌟

We’re celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by sharing Stephen's success! 🌟 From navigating life with a...
03/02/2026

We’re celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by sharing Stephen's success! 🌟 From navigating life with autism to securing a great job at Ralphs, Stephen’s persistence is unmatched. 🛒💪

🔗 Full Story: https://www.tmi-inc.org/post/the-road-to-employment-how-stephen-navigated-the-job-market-with-autism-and-tmi-s-support

In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is proud to highlight the stories of individuals who are breaking barriers in the workforce. We believe every individual possesses unique talents and the potential to contribute meaningfully to their community....

🚀 Innovative Services. Trusted Support. Endless Possibilities. 🌟At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we’ve spent the la...
02/27/2026

🚀 Innovative Services. Trusted Support. Endless Possibilities. 🌟

At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we’ve spent the last 45 years refining our exemplary services to ensure our clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) don't just "get by"—they thrive. We believe everyone deserves the chance to reach their full potential. We continue to evolve to help all our clients achieve their hopes and dreams. ✨

Whether you or a family member need assistance with Employment Solutions, Community Living Services, or Family Support Services (we are also a licensed Resource/Foster Family Agency), our team is here to guide you. We are proud to serve:

✅ Individuals with IDD
✅ The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community
✅ Veterans with Disabilities

🔗 Check the link in the comments to explore our full range of services!

Your home has a heartbeat, and it’s waiting to share it. 🏠💙 Every youth deserves a safe place to thrive and a family to ...
02/23/2026

Your home has a heartbeat, and it’s waiting to share it. 🏠💙 Every youth deserves a safe place to thrive and a family to cheer them on. By becoming a Resource Parent with TMI, you’re providing the foundation for a youth’s future. 🦋

Transform a life (and yours, too!) by joining our San Diego training sessions this April.

✨ The Details:

Part 1: April 18 | Part 2: April 25
Where: 4740 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego

TMI is here to guide you every step of the way—from training to financial compensation and beyond. We’ll have refreshments and all the support and information you need to get started.

Will you be the one to say "yes"? Register by April 13th via the QR code or at TMI-INC.ORG.

02/14/2026

💖 Love is in the air at TMI! 💖 Our hearts are full after a week of celebrating Valentine’s Day! From dance floors to movie nights, our TMI family sure knows how to share the love. 🌹✨

Temecula Office: Threw an absolute blast of a party! Our clients enjoyed dancing, games, and sweet treats. 🍭 We even gave away some amazing prizes to our lucky winners! 🎁💃

🎤 A special thank you to Eric Marty and Ana Provido for being our fantastic emcees and keeping the energy high!

El Centro: Had a wonderful time bonding over festive Valentine’s activities and creative crafts. 🎨✂️

San Diego: Our Community Living Services team hosted a cozy Valentine’s Day movie night, complete with snacks and great company. 🍿🎬

📸 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing team members for capturing the memories: Ana Provido, Cynthia Marron and Priscilla Robles. ❤️

Wishing our entire community a very happy Valentine’s Day! Let’s keep spreading kindness every day. 💌

Building a stronger team starts with inclusion!🌟 🚀 At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we are dedicated to fostering i...
02/10/2026

Building a stronger team starts with inclusion!🌟 🚀 At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we are dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces by connecting businesses with talented individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities or are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

We provide the tools for success:

✅ The Department of Rehabilitation offers a training stipend to help offset the cost of training our clients (Supported Employment)
✅ Our clients are supported in the workplace by a TMI Direct Support Professional to ensure success
✅ Employer tax incentives may be available

By becoming a TMI Community Partner, you’re contributing to a brighter, more inclusive future while gaining motivated and capable volunteers or employees for your team.

Let’s build something great together. Contact us today to discover the advantages of inclusion! 🤝

🎉 Aaliyah is proof that dreams have no boundaries! 🐾🎓 Huge congratulations to her on graduating from the Health Occupati...
02/06/2026

🎉 Aaliyah is proof that dreams have no boundaries! 🐾🎓 Huge congratulations to her on graduating from the Health Occupations Center Veterinary Assistant program! From Aaliyah's work at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Humane Society to her leadership in the classroom, her journey of resilience on the spectrum is truly inspiring. 🌟🩺

Read Aaliyah’s full story here: 👉 https://www.tmi-inc.org/post/beyond-the-spectrum-aaliyah-s-inspiring-path-to-veterinary-success

We are excited to further assist her as she continues to pursue her dreams! ✨

At Toward Maximum Independence (TMI), we believe that a diagnosis like autism is just one part of a person’s story—not a boundary to their potential. Today, we are celebrating Aaliyah, a remarkable young woman who has proven that with the right support and an unbreakable spirit, career dreams be...

02/02/2026

🎉 We had such a blast at our January All Staff meetings. A huge round of applause for our outstanding TMI team who transform the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 👏✨ It was a privilege to honor our 2025 Employees of the Year and celebrate our dedicated staff hitting years of service milestones! 🏆 Congratulations to all! 🌟

A special shout-out to our Supported Employment Associate Director, Nick Pelosi, for an incredible 30 years of service! 🎊 Thank you, Nick, for three decades of heart, leadership, and commitment to our mission. ❤️

Check out some highlights from our meetings! 📸

Looking to join a great team? We are hiring! Visit TMI-INC.ORG to learn more! 🤝

🏠✨ We’ve moved our Temecula location! Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is growing! 🎉 Help us celebrate our new location...
01/29/2026

🏠✨ We’ve moved our Temecula location! Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is growing! 🎉 Help us celebrate our new location designed to better serve our clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the community. We’d love for you to join us for our Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. ❤️

Come tour the space, meet our dedicated team, and enjoy some light refreshments!

🗓 When: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: 41463 Margarita Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

➡️ RSVP today to join the celebration: https://www.tmi-inc.org/event-details/tmi-temecula-grand-opening-celebration

🎈 We look forward to seeing you there! City of Temecula - City Government and Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce

We’ve Moved! You're invited to join us for our new Temecula office Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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4740 Murphy Canyon Road Ste 300
San Diego, CA
92123

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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Our Story

An estimated 1 in 6 people are born with an intellectual and/or developmental disability (IDD). Just like all of us, they are also born with hopes, dreams and the drive to contribute to society. Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is a nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to transforming the lives of children and adults with IDD since 1981 and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing since 2000. The individuals we are privileged to serve deserve nothing less than love, acceptance and the opportunity to reach their full potential in life with opportunities to perform functional and meaningful activities or work with support if needed to promote success.

We believe that each person has an inherent dignity and unique self-worth. Our long-standing VISION is that all people enjoy full inclusion in the work place, community and society in general. It is our CORE VALUES that have always guided our work and continue to set the culture in our workplace, allowing us the privilege of providing services for our most vulnerable citizens, We are advocates for the belief that disability does not mean inability. Independence and self-responsibility are fostered by respect for the individual’s autonomy and by empowering the individual to make informed decisions. All people we support experience full inclusion in their daily lives in all aspects of community life. We believe that the three cornerstones of a strong life foundation are; living as independently as possible, having the opportunity for real work for real pay, and a safe and caring home. All Board members, volunteers and staff act with honesty, integrity and openness in all aspects of our work. We strive for excellence and commit to provide our clients with the highest quality of services. We work in an accessible manner to engage with all of our stakeholders to leverage available community resources to benefit our clients. We exercise responsible stewardship by maintaining effective governance and management practices. We generate adequate resources, manage resources effectively, support and recognize our volunteers and appropriately support and compensate staff. We strive for a healthy working environment for all employees and volunteers knowing that the organization benefits from an organizational family that is productive and enjoys a pleasant and positive workplace.

We are grateful to our clients and families for choosing our services and we look forward to many more years of providing innovative and trusted programs.