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Empowerment, Compassion Without Limits, Paths to Independence

Everyone deserves the chance to lead a fulfilling life.

At NCIA, we are dedicated to helping people gain independence and thrive. People who have been marginalized, no matter how challenging their situation, can find community here.

The People We Serve

Adults with Disabilities

Empowering self-reliance and independence through community connectedness, life-long learning, and individualized, compassionate support.

Unemployed and Underserved Populations

Our communities grow stronger when people find success through meaningful work. We offer vocational training, career preparation and employment support to returning citizens, veterans, SNAP recipients and recent high school graduates.

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Youths with Disabilities

Young people excel when given the opportunity to learn in a supportive and safe environment. We are dedicated to supporting their unique individual needs, setting goals, and reaching their potential.

Programs We Offer

NCIA provides integrated, personalized services for people with disabilities or societal disadvantages. We are dedicated to empowering people to build fulfilling lives and stronger communities through unconditional support.

Community Living
Day Program for Adults with Disabilities
Vocational Training Center
Youth in Transition School

Our Impact

25k

Lives Changed Since 1977

Empowering people to take control of their own lives and make their own decisions while providing the resources and support necessary to achieve their goals.

47

Community Living Homes

Residents develop skills for independent living while experiencing life in a community setting.

400+

People with Disabilities Supported Annually

Helping them live the lives they envision while promoting lifelong learning, self-determination, community connectedness, employment, and independence skills.

460

People Trained in Skilled Careers Annually

Preparing motivated trainees with skills, certification, career opportunities and a path to financial independence.

Youth in Transition School
“My son struggles a great deal with a multitude of challenges that previous schools were unable to handle, yet the YIT school has always found new and creative ways to help him succeed. NCIA has been our saving grace.”
“You helped countless clients of mine and taught me so much. What you taught me probably rescued one of my client’s life, and future. You also steered several clients in my direction to handle criminal appeals. I will be eager to support NCIA.”
“Everyone deserves a chance to be successful.”
Herb Hoelter
“NCIA will always find a way to help those in need. Through innovative programs, NCIA offers supports to everyone.”
Carole Argo

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Empowering people with limited access to opportunities to build fulfilling lives and stronger communities through unconditional support.

NCIA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing access to its programs and activities.


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7130 Rutherford Road
Baltimore, MD 21244
443-780-1300

Career Development Center

2621 Lord Baltimore Drive
Baltimore, MD 21244
443-780-1347

Youth In Transition School

7205 Rutherford Road
Baltimore, MD 21244
443-780-1439

Vocational Training Center - Baltimore

310 South Eden St.
Baltimore, MD 21231
443-413-7825

Vocational Training Center - Charlotte

517 Blairhill Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28217
704-930-1745

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