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Causes: Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services
Mission: To advance equality and integration of all persons with disabilities by promoting local, state and national advocacy, educating persons with disabilities about their rights and responsibilities, provided support services, and raising community awareness about disability issues.
Programs: Independent living - programs and services to help disabled individuals realize their potential for a life of greater participation and involvement, including making the general public more aware of the needs and capabilities of the disabled.
part c - federal funding received directly from the us department of health and human services to support the core services: peer support and mentoring, information and referral, independent living skills training, advocacy, and transition services.
community reintegration - services to promote and encourage individuals with severe disabilities to move from nursing homes to their own homes.