WELCOME TO SMCIL

Empowering people living with disabilities to lead self-directed, independent and productive lives in their community of choice in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties.

WELCOME TO

SMCIL

Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living is a nonprofit organization created by and for people with disabilities. We are an advocacy, information and educational center that promotes independent living and empowerment for people with all types of disabilities.

Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living provides residents of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties access to community resources and services to enhance their independence.

OUR MISSION

(SMCIL) is a non-residential, non-profit community based human service agency focused on providing services and advocacy to empower individuals living with disabilities to lead self-directed, independent and productive lives in their community of choice in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties.

SMCIL envisions a society in which individuals with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully. SMCIL advocates for equal opportunities for all, and is driven by the needs and desires of those who may need our support.

Independent Living Is:

Having opportunities to participate in all aspects of community life
Having a choice about where you live, with whom you live and how you want to live
Making choices and taking responsibility for your own actions
Taking risks and being allowed to fail
Controlling and directing your own life

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Join us for our 25th Anniversary Gala!

SMCIL is celebrating 25 years of service to individuals with disabilities and their families in Southern Maryland.

Over the years, we’ve helped thousands achieve their goals of independent living.

Join us for our 25th Anniversary Gala on October 10, 2025, at the Waldorf Jaycees Community Center.

The evening will feature dinner, dancing, and a silent auction.

We invite you to support our mission by becoming a sponsor of this special event.

WELCOME TO

SMCIL

Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living is a nonprofit organization created by and for people with disabilities. We are an advocacy, information and educational center that promotes independent living and empowerment for people with all types of disabilities.

Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living provides residents of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties access to use community resources and services to enhance their independence.

OUR MISSION

Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living, Inc. (SMCIL) is a non-residential, non-profit community based human service agency focused on providing services and advocacy to empower individuals living with disabilities to lead self-directed, independent and productive lives in their community of choice in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties.

SMCIL envisions a society in which individuals with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully. SMCIL advocates for equal opportunities for all, and is driven by the needs and desires of those who may need our support.