Georgia's disability care system still fails many, keeping people like Lloyd Mills in hospitals despite legal mandates for community care.

Georgia's system for supporting individuals with disabilities remains flawed, leaving people like Lloyd Mills, a 32-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy, stuck in hospitals for months. Despite a 2010 lawsuit and significant investments, the state still grapples with workforce shortages, political will, and momentum loss, hindering full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which mandates community care over institutional confinement. Continued legislative funding and commitment are crucial for further improvements.

November 21, 2024
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