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Wednesday, October 16, 2013

'Going Home: A Full Life in the Community' - Show Your Support and sign-on to the Online Petition! - Illinois Rebalancing of the Developmental Disability System



Show Your Support and sign-on to the online petition!
The Rebalancing of the Developmental Disability System offers people with disabilities the opportunity to live in a community of their choice. The rebalancing process in Illinois is thoughtful and thorough in assisting individuals and their guardians to make informed decisions utilizing customized, person-centered planning. Illinois is doing the right thing!
 Follow the link to complete the petition: http://goinghomeillinois.org/take-action/

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Published on Feb 15, 2013
Less than one year ago, David Sturgis resided at the Jacksonville Developmental Center (JDC) in downstate Illinois. Today, thanks to Governor Quinn's rebalancing initiative, David is working at the Chicago Auto Show, a carwash and enjoying life in his new home. David is one of 19-people living with support from Seguin Services in Cicero that transferred from JDC in 2012. He is just one of many success stories being lived due to the state of Illinois making a commitment to close state institutions and invest in providing people with developmental and intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live in a community of choice.

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