Learn what self-advocacy is, why it matters, and how teens and adults with disabilities in Maryland can build confidence, know their rights, and connect with local self-advocacy groups.
Making New Connections
Discover empowering, practical ways for teens with disabilities to build friendships, engage in their community, and boost confidence through volunteering, self-advocacy, creative activities, physical wellness, and mentorship.
Disability Disclosure
Deciding whether to disclose your disability is your choice. You’re in charge of what you share, when you share it, and who you share it with. This guide will help you think through your options, learn about your rights, and prepare for those conversations.
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
The Job Accommodation Network is a free consulting service that offers one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations. Get assistance online or over the phone.
Maryland CASH Program
Maryland CASH (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) is an organization that offers free classes such as making goals, building credit, using credit cards, getting car loans, protecting your money from scams, and planning to live on your own.
Independence Now
Independence Now is a nonprofit organization designed, governed and staffed by people with disabilities. It is a resource and advocacy center that promotes independent living and equal access for people of all ages with all types of disabilities.
Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD)
The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) is charged with coordinating and improving the delivery of services to individuals with disabilities in the state of Maryland.
O*NET
O*NET OnLine is an online tool for career exploration and job analysis! It has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!
The National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials (NCRTM)
The NCRTM offers the vocational rehabilitation and education communities an opportunity to contribute new knowledge to their specific fields and gain visibility for their work. The central repository for training resources in vocational rehabilitation and is sponsored by the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA).
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability (NCWD)
NCWD/Youth is website full of information about employment and youth with disabilities. Their partners are experts in disability, education, employment, and workforce development.
Living a Healthy Lifestyle
Eating healthy can sometimes be tough. After all, teens are busier and busier with school, part-time jobs and other activities. What a teen eats is not always high on the priority list. For many teens, nutrition consists of whatever can be eaten in the car, shuttling between activities. Learn more about teen nutrition.
Budgeting Tips
Most people who earn money find that unless they have a plan, it gets spent quickly. A budget is simply a plan on how you manage your money. A budget tracks all the money that comes in and how you want to use it.