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Spring Into Action With These Events From Independence Now! Featured Events Journaling for Self-Care Every Tuesday in April from 4pm to 5pm Independence Now presents a limited workshop series: Journaling for Self-Care; a 4-week group workshop. As we welcome spring and the warm weather ahead, we'll take some time to identify how our lives could be more fulfilling, joyful, and connected.   April 6th - Intentions: What is your self-love language? What are your self-care goals and why do they matter?   April 13th - Action: How can we take steps to deepen our daily happiness? When will we bravely explore new tools and activities?   April 20th - Assessment: What’s working, what’s not? How can you make your routine energizing and easy?   April 27th - Accomplices: How do we create community to support our self-care? Who will be our thrive partners?   REGISTER Or contact Shannon Minnick at sminnick@innow.org to register or request accommodations. Spring Events from Independence Now April 2021 Budget Seminar: Banking Decoded Thursday, April 8th, 1:00pm-2:00pm Kylie Delgado of CASH Campaign of Maryland will describe the work of Bank on Maryland and why using safe, affordable, easy to use accounts are a good idea. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItd-qqrTguHdXOkushaXD_SbtCpJmNxea5 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or to request accommodations. Lighting Your Path: Conquering the Challenges of Retinitis Pigmentosa Wednesday, April 14th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learning the truths and the dispelling the myths about Retinitis Pigmentosa presented by the Foundation for Fighting Blindness. _____ Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81462696783 Meeting ID: 814 6269 6783 One tap mobile 13017158592 _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or to request accommodations. Creative Cooking: Eating for Health is Your Wealth Thursday, April 15th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm A holistic look at how a balanced diet, meal planning, and embracing dietary restrictions make a healthier you. Presented by University of Maryland. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsd-GqrjIrG90G58hnFDIsKhwu81ge1599 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or to request accommodations. Facing COVID Now Monday, April 19, noon to 1:00 pm How tired are you of meeting virtually? Zoom fatigue is real! The pandemic increased virtual meetings and they are likely here to stay. Let’s talk about how the virtual world has affected our routines and emotions. Join Dr. Mana K. Ali, PhD, in a #SafeSpace to discuss #HowWeAreCoping. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sfuurrzkqGdOkBA6PiLUoA0Rd1O6wybIY After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Serena Jaros at sjaros@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. Housing Seminar: Renting Thursday, April 22, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Do you need a better understanding on how to effectively rent an apartment or house or if you never rented?  Come and learn about the process of renting and how to best prepare to become a renter, the importance of credit, effective communication tips to use with landlords and what your rights are under Fair Housing laws. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkd-mopz4tHtG4BFPm5M0bTrmeV1lNCNiF After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Debra Potts at dpotts@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. United Spinal DC Chapter Support Group: Help Hope Live Thursday, April 22, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sonny Mullen will join us from Help Hope Live to speak about how they can help you conduct safe and reliable fundraisers for your medical expenses and unmet costs. Everything from home modifications, to wheelchairs, to activity-based therapy, Help Hope Live can give you the support necessary to fund raise for these expenses. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqcuuqpzIrEtS1l29LCNxp3i8pdnyy10sk   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Shannon Minnick at sminnick@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. Emergency Preparedness During a Pandemic Tuesday, April 27, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an emergency preparedness plan for yourself, family, or friends? If not, join us and get the latest information and resources for persons with disabilities to make your very own, customized, and COVID-ready emergency plan and go-bag! Guest Speaker: Patrick Fleming, Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqd--vqjMjGdSjEFpDx9IZ4JLH-5pRGdSC   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Abiola Heyliger at aheyliger@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.   Assistive Technology Resource Round Up Thursday, April 29, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm This is our first virtual equipment showcase that will provide you with information on everything from how to apply for clarity phone, how to best use a scanner or Victor reader, how to obtain access to a portable ramp, or rent nifty tools and devices from an AT Equipment Loan Closet. Presented by MD Tap and Maryland Relay. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMudOmurDIpGNHtLm6-qZ2mPnp6c6gx8ln1   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or request accommodations. May 2021 Spring COVID-19 Update Tuesday, May 5, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Having been in quarantine over a year and well into vaccine distribution, what’s the status of the COVID-19 Pandemic? When might we be able to loosen restrictions? How long will we be wearing masks? Join us as we ask these questions and more of local health officials. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sfuurrzkqGdOkBA6PiLUoA0Rd1O6wybIY   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Serena Jaros sjaros@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.   Lighting Your Path: Honoring Healthy Vision Month Wednesday, May 12, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm How often should you get your eyes exam? How can you prevent common eye problems? Join us as we conquer answers to these questions and other eye health concerns. Speakers to be announced. _____ Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81462696783 Meeting ID: 814 6269 6783 One tap mobile 130171585922 _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or to request accommodations. Facing COVID Now Monday, May 17, noon to 1:00 pm Join Dr. Mana K Ali, Ph.D., in a safe space to discuss how we are coping and learn strategies to manage our thoughts and emotions. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sfuurrzkqGdOkBA6PiLUoA0Rd1O6wybIY After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Serena Jaros at sjaros@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. Creative Cooking: Dessert Smoothie Sundae Thursday, May 20, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Calling all sweet lovers! Bring your ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, or sorbet. I am going to show you how to turn it into a smoothie or a parfait. You'll get all the great taste of a dessert but all the health benefits of a smoothie. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIudO-vrz4iEtbydDhsXZxV2vlu-wFJJau- After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Abiola Heyliger at aheyliger@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.   Future Leaders Club: Guard Against Tricks Lies and Scams (Feeling Safe - Who to Trust) Friday, May 21, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm We will be discussing how to best protect yourself online, with your peeps, meeting new people, and making the safe decisions. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtd-uprzwiGdbk9e9QRswU46ny6tOt64NS After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Damon Walker at dwalker@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.   Love in the Time of Coronavirus: Dating Apps for Persons with Disabilities!   Tuesday, May 25, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm How do you date when you have disabilities? That’s easy! Just like everybody else! --but “which app do YOU use when you prefer to date other persons with disabilities?” We’ll learn all about the hottest dating apps, dispel myths, create your dating profile, and share tips for dating other persons with disabilities together at this fun & exciting Zoom meeting! _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-usrjItEtJNlHS4mJ-f7njXtuqP4NsH After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Abiola Heyliger at aheyliger@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.  Housing Seminar: Rental Eviction Prevention Thursday, May 27, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Have you ever faced eviction, been threatened by eviction or just want to understand how the process work?  Please join us to learn about the eviction process & causes, different types of eviction notices, impacts & ways to prevent eviction, discrimination & fair housing. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpd-yvqzMsE9HE5ili7DrIHMYYFdgKLN96 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Debra Potts at dpotts@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. June 2021 Lighting Your Path: Cataract Awareness Month Wednesday, June 9,1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cataracts are #1 cause of blindness and 42% of Americans in the United States. Join us as we discussed ways to lower our risk factors and preserve what vision you have left with local ophthalmologist. Speakers to be announced. _____ Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81462696783 Meeting ID: 814 6269 6783 One tap mobile 13017158592 _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or to request accommodations. Virtual Vacays: Travel the World from the Comfort of your Couch! Tuesday, June 15, 12noon - 1:00 pm Come learn how you can stand on the Great Wall of China, climb atop Kilimanjaro, and hover over the isles of Hawaii, all within the space of one Zoom hour on Tuesday, June 15th! _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpceqpqD0oHtIHP_LoZnyhwVIrvzXDkxv_ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Abiola Heyliger at aheyliger@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.   Creative Cooking: Celebration of Eat your Veggies Day Thursday, June 17, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learn fun ways to incorporate Vegetables into your everyday eating habits. It's about more than just salads. You can add a twist on everything.  _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIld-ivpjwuH9NIqHUy9w07vjSNYMB-YK0n After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Rochelle Harrod at 240-898-2184 to register or request accommodations. Facing COVID Now Monday, June 21, noon to 1:00 pm Join Dr. Mana K Ali, Ph.D., in a safe space to discuss how we are coping and learn strategies to manage our thoughts and emotions. _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqduCvqjItHNRcbPma5DuMG_UgQyJUQ-Vc After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Serena Jaros at sjaros@innow.org to register or to request accommodations. Housing Seminar: Scams & Identity Theft June 25, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm There are so many scams and identity theft issues that are a threat to us every day. Please come and learn how to become more aware of current scams, how to protect against identity theft, how a victim can recover and how scams impact financial and housing stability.  _____ Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrc-uvrj8uH9L3njizOfE4FEyiIpOo17zV After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. _____ Contact Debra Potts at dpotts@innow.org to register or to request accommodations.