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🦅 Honoring Our Heroes: Veterans Day & Military Family Month 🇺🇸

Today we honor the brave men, women, and others who have served our country, and we also recognize the strength and resilience of military families.
November 11, 2025 at 8:11 PM
📣Urgent Alert for Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Community

Our advocacy organization stands with all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) — and we are deeply alarmed by the recent lawsuit filed by a group of people being supported by The Arc Montgomery County-
November 8, 2025 at 3:16 AM
New podcast about housing and disability in Maryland!

Tracy Wright from People On The Go is on the panel. The podcast talks about Maryland’s history and why people with IDD should have safe, affordable, and inclusive homes today.

Listen on YouTube or Spotify (links below) and please share.
October 30, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🐾October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!🐾

At People On the Go Maryland, we know that friendship comes in many forms — sometimes with two legs, sometimes with four! 💙
October 29, 2025 at 10:52 PM
🌟October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)!🌟
 
At People On The Go Maryland, we believe that disability is not a barrier to success. This month, we celebrate the incredible talents, skills, and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities in the workforce.💼✨
October 27, 2025 at 8:04 PM
🌟October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month!🌟

This month, we celebrate the strength, talent, and contributions of people with Down syndrome. It's a time to raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and promote diversity in every part of our communities.
October 26, 2025 at 11:39 PM
POG is excited to announce that Rosanna Tufts and Treve “London” have been selected for the new class of The Arc Maryland’s Partners in Policymaking!🎉
October 26, 2025 at 11:24 PM
🌈 October is LGBT History Month — a time to honor the resilience, contributions, and voices of the LGBTQ+ community throughout history.

At People On The Go Maryland, we recognize that people with developmental disabilities are part of every community — including the LGBTQ+ community.
October 21, 2025 at 2:39 AM
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💖🎗️

At People On The Go Maryland, we stand with all individuals, including those with developmental disabilities, in the fight against breast cancer. Everyone deserves access to the knowledge, resources, and support they need to stay healthy and informed.
October 15, 2025 at 5:44 PM
🎉 National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15) is a time to honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic communities.
October 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
🚨Fact-Check: Tylenol and Autism? Let’s Set the Record Straight.🚨

As advocates for individuals with developmental disabilities, we believe in the power of accurate information and the responsibility we all share in protecting the health and well-being of our communities.
October 3, 2025 at 12:46 AM
🚨Urgent Concerns Raised About School Safety for Students with Disabilities in Maryland
August 28, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Today we celebrate Women's Equality Day by honoring the powerful contributions of women with disabilities who lead, inspire, and advocate every day. Let's keep breaking barriers together! #WomensEqualityDay #DisabilityRights #EqualOpportunities
August 27, 2025 at 2:08 AM
💙 National Wellness Month is here! 💙

Wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all—and for people with developmental disabilities, it means having the right support, access to care, and space to thrive in body and mind. 🧠🌱
August 23, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Last Friday, August 15, 2025 people on the go staff attended the 2025 graduation for this year partners in policymaking class.
August 23, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🛡️National Immunization Awareness Month: Protecting Our Community Together🛡️

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and it's a time to remind everyone about the power of vaccines in protecting our health—especially for individuals with developmental disabilities. 💉✨
August 19, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Everyone deserves a break! August 15th is National Relaxation Day. Remember, taking care of yourself isn't a luxury,it's a necessity. Share your favorite accessible relaxation techniques below! #RelaxationDay #SelfCare #InclusiveLiving
August 16, 2025 at 1:26 PM
🗓️ On this day, 90 years ago — August 14, 1935 — President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law.

This landmark legislation laid the foundation for critical safety net programs that millions of Americans rely on today — including people with developmental disabilities.
August 14, 2025 at 10:39 PM
🕊️ August is Civil Rights Month at People On the Go Maryland!

This month, we honor the legacy of the disability rights movement and all those who fought—and continue to fight—for equality, access, and justice.
August 11, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Celebrating 35 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

On July 21, 2025, hundreds of disability advocates and supporters gathered in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law on July 26, 1990.
July 29, 2025 at 5:33 PM
📱 National Cellphone Courtesy Month📱

As we celebrate National Cellphone Courtesy Month, let’s take a moment to reflect on the way we use our phones — and how it impacts everyone around us, especially individuals with developmental disabilities.
July 24, 2025 at 1:53 AM
🎉 35 Years of the ADA: A Step Forward, but the Journey Continues 🎉

This month marks 35 years of the ADA. While progress has been made, people with developmental disabilities still face barriers to inclusion in education, employment, and community life.
July 22, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Tonight at 8:00 PM POG’s Tracy Wright will be on another podcast. She’ll be a guest speaker on AdvocaSAY’s weekly podcast talking about “Educating the Community on Various Disabilities”. AdvocaSAY is a team dedicated to educating parents, guardians, and caregivers-
July 17, 2025 at 5:34 PM
🌟 July is Disability Pride Month 🌟

This month, we celebrate Disability Pride — a time to honor the strength, diversity, and achievements of people with physical and developmental disabilities.

Disability is not something to be “fixed” — it’s a vital part of the human experience.
July 15, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Join us for AOG’s Craft Swap!

Come on down to Red Emma’s on Greenmount Ave. Saturday, July 26th at 3:30pm for a fun-filled evening of creativity and community. Bring any unused or unwanted arts and crafts supplies to trade with others.
July 12, 2025 at 2:40 AM