The Image Center for People with Disabilities

07/27/2026

🌟 Build friendships. Learn life skills. Have fun! 🌟

Registration is now open for Teen Connect Session 4!

From community outings and personal finance to leadership opportunities and social skills, Teen Connect helps transition-age youth with disabilities build confidence, independence, and meaningful connections—all while having a great time!

Teen Connect is designed for transition-age teens and young adults with disabilities (ages 14–23) to connect, learn, and grow in a welcoming community.

We can’t wait to welcome new and returning participants for another exciting session! 💙

📅 Tuesdays, August 18 – September 22, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Bel Air, MD

Please register using the link below!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C_I4Cu_EEU679JbuT0oy3klWUeglchdKqhjzg2zKCHNUNktPSDdFVlFBT1RIUTNBM0g4QjVSSExaNy4u&route=shorturl

07/27/2026

Protect. Persist. Prosper. 💙

Last week, The IMAGE Center proudly attended the 2026 National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) Conference in Washington, D.C. Alongside Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs) from across the country, we came together to advocate for disability rights, strengthen partnerships, share innovative ideas, and advance the Independent Living Movement.

From educational workshops and networking opportunities to legislative advocacy and celebrating our shared mission, the conference reinforced the importance of empowering people with disabilities to live independently and fully participate in their communities.

Check out some of our favorite moments from an inspiring week of learning, collaboration, and advocacy!

07/27/2026

📢 Research Opportunity for People with Disabilities & Caregivers

The Pacific ADA Center, in partnership with researchers at New York University (NYU), is conducting a confidential research study on the role of people with disabilities (PWD) and caregivers in disaster planning.

This important study aims to improve policies, resources, and training to better support disability communities during emergencies.

If you are:
✅ A person with a disability, or
✅ A caregiver for a person with a disability,

you may be eligible to participate.

Participation details:
📝 Complete an online survey
🔒 Confidential participation
🤝 People with disabilities and caregivers may participate together or separately

Please review the flyer below for eligibility requirements, survey information, and participation details.

Survey links:

PWD Survey Link:
https://nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d07Is9TmFoKmvf8

Caregiver Survey Link:
https://nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1WZ04txZhSPpNuC

07/27/2026

📢 Participants Needed!

Temple University is seeking family members of adults with serious mental health challenges to participate in a one-time Zoom research discussion.

✅ 90-minute Zoom meeting
✅ $30 gift card
✅ Share your experiences to help improve community inclusion

See the flyer below for more information and contact details!

https://www.april-rural.org/index.php/en/

07/25/2026

Seeking female wheelchair users that advocate for the disability community!

07/24/2026

07/23/2026

Join the Maryland Disabilities Forum for a free Voter Education Workshop in Hagerstown designed for individuals with disabilities. Learn about accessible voting options, your rights as a voter, how voter guardianship works, and how to make sure your voice is heard at the polls. Register for the August 27th workshop at https://events.mdworks.com/MDFVoterEducationWorkshop2 #/

07/16/2026

LISS Applications Open August 1, 2026!

The wait is almost over! The FY 2027 Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) Random Selection Application opens August 1, 2026.

📅 Important Dates
💙 Applications Open: August 1, 2026
🚫 Applications Close: September 15, 2026
🎲 Random Selection: October 1, 2026

If you're interested in applying, be sure to submit your application during the application window. When completing the application, enter child's or adult's demographic information, not the parent, guardian, or caregiver's information.

Apply here beginning August 1: LISS Random Selection Application https://pcis.health.maryland.gov/liss-service/apply

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may benefit from the LISS Program! 💙

07/16/2026

✨ Research Opportunity!

If you’re a parent with a disability and have a child between birth and 8 years old, you may be eligible to participate in a research study.

📍 Zoom interview
📝 Educational journey activity
💙 Help improve disability-affirming early childhood practices.

Check out the flyer for details and how to sign up!