The mission of Independence Landing is to build, own, and operate an affordable and safe residential community for adults with varying intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, allowing residents to successfully lead independent and fulfilled lives. β¨
People with all abilities have access to the services and support they need, and the opportunities to achieve their full potential.
Every contribution helps us provide independence to those who need it most. Letβs continue to create a world where everyone has the chance to live, grow, and succeed.
Stay up to date with community news,opportunities to get involved, and #ResidentLife fun!
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, our Executive Director Barby and The Press Cafe crew were invited to be recognized at the 20th Annual Exceptional Employment Awards hosted by APD Florida (Agency for Persons with Disabilities) at the Florida Capitol.Β
The Exceptional Employment Awards were created to celebrate the employers who go the extra mile to ensure meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities, as well as the dedicated employees who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact in the workplace.Β
It is such a privilege for Independence Landing to be recognized for making a positive difference in the lives of adults with disabilities here in the State of Florida. We absolutely could not have accomplished this without Karlyn Pedersen, The Press Cafe Manager with the mostest, Barby Moro, our inspirational IL Executive Director, our hardworking Resident Employees, and our incredible Board Members who guide us every step of the way.Β
Super special shoutout to APD Director Bob Asztalos for being the 1st place winner at our Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K & Fun Run last Saturday! We cannot thank you enough for your support of Independence Landing. π₯³π
(@floridaapd @respectofflorida @faastinc @thepresscafetlh)
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Help us in wishing a very happy birthday to Independence Landing Board Member, Christie Perkins! π°π€©π
Weβre so incredibly grateful for all the expertise, guidance, and love she pours into our community, and are so honored to have her on our team. π
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Our hearts are incredibly full from the success of our 2nd Annual Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K & Fun Run, and we couldnβt have done it without YOU! π€©
It was so incredible watching our Tallahassee community come together in support of our mission here at Independence Landing. Our participants made this a SOLD OUT event, and we canβt wait to invite even more of you back next year! πͺ½
We had so many rockstars working behind the scenes to ensure smooth sailing Saturday morning, and we truly cannot thank each of you enough. Your dedication ensures that adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities continue living their best lives here in Floridaβs Big Bend. βοΈ
Weβll see you next year? π
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β³ 5K Countdown: 1οΈβ£ Day! β³
Weβre less than a day away from kicking off our 2nd Annual Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K & Fun Run and we are so excited for what this year has in store! π€©
And we couldnβt do it without YOU β our participants! You quickly made our 5K a sold out event, and we canβt wait to see our community to come together with our Independence Landing residents, families, staff members, and steadfast supporters.
Missed out on tickets? Donβt worry! You can still support us by coming to our pop-up brunch by our very own Press Cafe! π°
We canβt wait to see you tomorrow! π
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Following the map that leads to you. π
We canβt wait for you to experience our 5K course tomorrow morning during the 2nd Annual Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K & Fun Run! π€©
Participants will experience a series of fun-filled obstacles throughout the course designed to put your dexterity, coordination, and sense of humor to the test!
While the 5K & Fun Run may be sold out, you can still celebrate with us! Come out from 8AM - 11:30AM for a delicious pop-up brunch from The Press Cafe. We canβt wait to see you there! π
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π 5K Countdown: 2οΈβ£ days! π
We are officially less than TWO days away from the 2nd Annual Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K & Fun Run, and we have so much to be thankful for! There are so many people who have worked together behind the scenes to ensure that this yearβs race is better than the last, and this event would truly not be possible without their dedication. Please help us in giving an extra special shoutout to β¬οΈ
π€© Anna Casillas β Event Chair
π€© Jane Johnson β Race Director
π€© Sara Merrill & Susan Johnson β Volunteer Coordinators
π€© Barby Moro β Independence Landing Executive Director
π€© Melanie Black, Cindi Goodson, Mary Stafford, & Denise Wilson β Race Committee Members
π€© Plus major support from FSUS & Gulf Winds Track Club
Every bit of time volunteered helps in supporting our vibrant, flourishing community where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Floridaβs Big Bend are living their best lives. For the multitude of reasons our mission may be close to your heart, we cannot thank you enough for spending your free time championing us. π«Ά
ποΈ Low ticket alert! ποΈ
While the 5K is fully sold out, we still have a few tickets left for our Fun Run. Act fast, these wonβt last long! Registration closes tonight at 11:59PM EST.
Missed out on tickets? Donβt worry! Come celebrate with us during our pop-up brunch from The Press Cafe, 8AM - 11:30AM.
We canβt wait to see you! π
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Weβre all treats and no tricks over here at Independence Landing! ππ¨
Our residents had a blast getting into the Halloween spirit with our pumpkin painting activity hosted by our friends at Greenberg Traurig! (@gt_law) ππ
Thank you for coming out and spending some quality time celebrating fall with us. π
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β³5K Countdown: 3οΈβ£ days! β³
We would like to take this moment to thank SouthWood for once again allowing us to utilize their beautiful neighborhood for the Beyond Limits: Adventure 5K course! (@lifeinsouthwood @southwoodtally)
Stay tuned for a closer look at our race map coming later this week. π
While our 5K may be sold out, Fun Run tickets are still available! Online registration will close tomorrow night (10/15) at 11:59PM EST. We will have day-of registration for our Fun Run until sold out. Plus, anyone is welcome to stop by for our pop-up brunch from The Press Cafe!
ποΈ Visit runsignup.com/il to read more today!
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