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Disability

Housing and Disability

Kathryn Wallace As an Independent Living Specialist, part of my job is to have Information and Referral sessions with consumers. During these sessions, the consumer talks about an issue they are having at the moment, and are seeking some resources to help solve the issue that they might be having. The most common reason people […]

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Personal Experience

Why am I a CIL Director?

Michael Bullis I became the Executive Director of the newly created Center for Independent Living (CIL) for the Baltimore Metro area in December of 2010.  No phones, no desks, no office, no employees. Many people have asked me why I gave up a good State job that paid more, had retirement and job security, to […]

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Teen Blog

Getting Out There…..My Experience in the IMAGE Teen and Young Adult Programs.

  When I first started attending the IMAGE programs it was the month of July 2011. I remember I felt uncomfortable at first. I am a very shy person, so interacting with new people and not being in my comfort zone is difficult for me.  Typically I am only comfortable in a low-key place, like […]

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Disability

Sex, Censorship and Disability

People with disabilities should have control over their own lives.    Most people agree with this statement.  Practically everyone who works in the disability field feels that self-determination is the key to a successful and independent life.  We encourage learning to travel alone, managing your money, taking charge of your health care, and more.  However as […]

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Teen Blog

Spring is in the air at The IMAGE Center!

Spring is here and so are the IMAGE Spring Program Guides. Find out what is happening this spring for teens and young adults. Spring 2013 Teen and Young Adult Programs Upcoming Events Harford County Programs Register Now On-line by following the link below: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=efc5pihab&oeidk=a07e79z1qc8b1629fe5    Teen Connect & Travel Training (The First Thursday of the […]