Guest guest Posted September 4, 2008 Report Share Posted September 4, 2008 Hi all: This is an announcement about the closure of Howe Developmental Center, a state operated facility that the federal government decertified over a year ago for many reasons, including multiple reports of abuse and neglect. This institution has been costing the state about 30 million dollars a year with no federal matching dollars. Ellen Dear Illinois Voices Agency Contacts: Agency Self-Advocates and Staff are Cordially Invited! What: Official Press Conference in Tinley Park, Ill. Why: Announce closing of Howe Developmental Center Where: Tinley Park Village Hall, 16250 Oak Park Ave. When: Tomorrow, September 5, 2008, 12:00 Noon We hope you can come! Please be prepared to talk to the media and reporters just in case they want your " two cents! " Please also bring people with disabilities that you support Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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