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Empowering Independence
The mission of Maryland SILC is to promote, support and enhance opportunities for Marylanders with disabilities to maximize choices to independently live, work and play.
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The vision for Independent Living in Maryland is for people with disabilities to have information, choices and control over the services and supports in their lives so they can participate fully in all aspects of society.

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Announcements
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I AM Sessions announcement
The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council and the Maryland Centers for Independent Living are presenting the return of the “I AM Sessions”. This collaboration aims to empower, educate, and uplift people with disabilities by giving the community resources, knowledge, and…
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Public Engagement Meeting Agenda
Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. SILC Business 3. Presentations 4. Upcoming Trainings 5. State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) 6….
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fall festival and resource fair ANNOUNCEMENT
Below is the text from the document: MAYOR’S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES OF BALTIMORE CITY OFFICE OF EQUITY AND CIVIL RIGHTS Fall Festival + Resource Fair Save the Date Saturday, October 25, 2025 1pm-4pm at The League, 1111 E. Coldspring Lane…
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Full Council meeting agenda
Maryland SILC Full Council Meeting Agenda Date: September 25, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM 1. Call to Order & Welcome 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda & Meeting Minutes 4. Membership: Welcome Mr. Christopher Jones 5. Vote on new Chair…
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Job Opening: Community Health Educator
Position Title: Community Health Educator Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00pm M-F, some evenings and weekends, as needed Position Type: Temporary Full-Time/Hourly Pay Rate: $23.00/hour Position Summary: The Community Health Educator plays a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities by…
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job opening: mfp program manager
Position Title: MFP Program Manager Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00pm M-F, some evenings and weekends, as needed Position Type: Full-Time/Hourly Pay Rate: $23.00 – 25.00/hour Position Summary: The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the Money Follows the Person programs…
Draft State Plan For Independent Living
View and Download the State Plan For Independent Living