close institutions

and assure a home in the community

Our Vision

People with intellectual disabilities are free from confinement. All institutions for people with intellectual disabilities are closed. People live in homes of their choice, with appropriate supports.

Benchmarks for Achievement

Halt further admissions to large institutions.
Close all large institutions for people with intellectual disabilities.
Ensure people with intellectual disabilities are not inappropriately living in other institutional settings like nursing homes etc.
Ensure that all supportive living options are based on choice, self-determination, and individualized funding.
Ensure people with intellectual disabilities have equal access to the range of adequate and affordable housing generally available in their community.

Resources

Download “From Values To Action”
CACL Policy Position on Housing
Download "The Right Way"