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Illinois Disability Services Fail Residents, Abuse Allegations Rise

1/13/2025

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A report from Equip for Equality uncovers troubling obstacles in Illinois' efforts to relocate residents from the Choate Developmental Center amid abuse allegations. Out of 123 residents, more than half are being sent to large state facilities rather than community homes, exposing the lengthy waits and deep-rooted flaws in the state's disability services.

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Story summary

A report from Equip for Equality uncovers troubling obstacles in Illinois' efforts to relocate residents from the Choate Developmental Center amid abuse allegations. Out of 123 residents, more than half are being sent to large state facilities rather than community homes, exposing the lengthy waits and deep-rooted flaws in the state's disability services.