Tolu’s Story

Tolulope “Tolu” is a 20-year-old woman who is very friendly, smiles frequently, loves going to Six Flags amusement park, and listening to music. She resides in Prince George’s County with her mother, father, and three sisters. Unfortunately, when Tolu was two years old, she fell 25 feet off a balcony into concrete, and she was on life support …

Lexy’s Story

Socialization and independence are essential for Lexy, a bright, young, and spirited Marylander. Lexy and her family were at a loss for what they could do as high school graduation was approaching. Lexy’s mother felt that Lexy thrived in high school due to the social environment and believed it also provided structure. Lexy enjoyed being within the community …

Madora’s Story

Madora is 62 and a big inspiration. One of the many strengths she possesses is her determination. Due to her diagnosis of depression, Madora often feels anxious when the things she wishes to accomplish do not happen as fast as she would like, but she still finds a way to persevere. In May 2021, she started working with …

Kenneth’s Impact Story

Like many people, Kenneth lost a beloved family member due to COVID-19. Shortly after moving from North Carolina to Maryland to live with his older sister, she soon contracted the virus and died. While grieving, the house he lived in was put up for sale, forcing him to look for a new place immediately. Kenneth was facing …

Charles’ Story

Charles has overcome many obstacles in his life, including an injury in Vietnam, addiction, and the loss of family members. Since they first met, his SCI Supports Planner, Marjorie, has worked hard to ensure Charles received the assistance and services required to make his life as independent as possible.

Marjorie met Charles in 2018 while living in a …

Amber’s Story

Amber is a 45-year-old woman who lives in Baltimore County with her family.  Her life was forever changed in the winter of 2019 when a tractor-trailer struck the car she was driving with her son in tow.  Amber and her son both survived the accident, but she suffered extensive injuries.  Amber’s road to recovery was faced with many …

Carolyn’s Impact Story

Carolyn is “77 years young” and is a highly intelligent, delightful, and strong women residing in Temple Hills, Maryland. She is a shining leader in her community with an unshakable faith in her Christian beliefs. Carolyn has been through many challenges in her life. At the age of 50, she developed a brain aneurysm in the left …

Taron’s Story

Taron currently lives independently in an apartment in Prince George’s County, Maryland thanks to Service Coordination. Taron is hardworking, motivated, and resilient! When Taron first started the process of receiving home and community-based services, he was in a nursing facility/rehab center. Following a car accident, Taron was admitted to rehab twice and became wheelchair bound. He is a …

Mr. Handy’s Story

SCI Supports Planner Shernica encountered several dilemma’s when working with Mr. Handy but with her determination and his bubbly personality, they continued to meet each challenge with a solution. Mr. Handy is 67 years old and resides in Baltimore, Maryland, with his daughter and her family.  

For years he worked as a sanitation collector with the Baltimore …

Julian’s Story

Julian is happier these days.  He is living on his own and able to manage his care with the help of his SCI Supports Planner, Kimberly. Julian was born in August of 1955 in Virginia. A hard worker, he began his employment in the custodial department for the Prince George’s County School Board.…