I did an expose of an institution for the population with…
“I did an expose of an institution for the population with developmental disabilities, and the institutions were closed as a result of the expose. Now the developmentally disabled are cared for in small community-based residences, and I've been working very hard over the decades to open as many of them as I can.”
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The expose revealed systemic abuse, prompting closure of large institutions and shift to community care for disabled adults.
In simple terms: Exposé led to closing institutions and promoting community living.
Advocate for community-based care.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- advocacy
- policy development
- community planning
- caregiver training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure quality in community residences?
- What safeguards prevent new institutionalization?
Change may face funding cuts and community resistance.