Attempts to finally close the Fernald State School have met court challenges that have raised complex issues about deinstitutionalization, legal and human rights that have received less attention than deserved.
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The Arc offers some solid information and is available for email subscription for those with concerns regarding the issues.
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Appeals Court hearing today on the Fernald Case-- September 3, 2008
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PRESS RELEASE
September 2, 2008Appeals Court hearing today on the Fernald Case-- September 3, 2008
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PRESS RELEASE
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Advocacy Groups Hope that Appeals Court overturns Judge Tauro's Order
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Waltham: On September 3, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit will hear arguments to decide the future of Fernald State School. Disability Advocacy organizations such as The Arc of The United States, the National Disability Rights Network, and United Cerebral Palsy all support Governor Patrick's decision to close the school and his appeal of a federal court decision.
Waltham: On September 3, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit will hear arguments to decide the future of Fernald State School. Disability Advocacy organizations such as The Arc of The United States, the National Disability Rights Network, and United Cerebral Palsy all support Governor Patrick's decision to close the school and his appeal of a federal court decision.
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"Massachusetts is behind national trends in shifting resources from bricks, mortar and institutional expenditures to individually driven community based services and supports," said Board President Fred Misilo of The Arc of Massachusetts. "We have 5 state institution campuses for less than 1000 people while waiting lists grow for community living and employment services and in home family support. The state faces a budget crisis; we should not be using our limited resources to maintain and renovate institutions." The Arc
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