Self-Advocacy
People First of Harford County
A self-advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, People First was established as a non-profit citizen's advocacy group by self-advocates in 1987 and believes that all persons, regardless of disability, deserve a life of quality. People First has adopted and endorsed "The Community Imperative" as our view that all persons deserve lives as full members in their own communities. Our motto is "Achieving yesterday's dreams. Building tomorrow's promise."People First of Harford County contributes to achieving full community membership by:
- Promoting equal rights for all people
- Educating the community about issues affecting people with disabilities
- Promoting inclusive social and recreational activities for people with disabilities. People First of Harford County meets the first Wednesday of every month, from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM at 615 Bernadette Drive in Forest Hill, Maryland 21050. Meeting location may change as required. To contact a representative of People First call contact our Adult Services Department or email clindgren@arcncr.org