U.S. Department of Justice’s letter to Virginia
February 1, 2011 On February 10, 2011, the federal Department of Justice (DOJ) warned the State of Virginia that it must provide community-based supportive housing and services for residents of the states five institutions for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. After reviewing the states services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, DOJ said the states failure to provide services in integrated settings violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). DOJ gave the state 45 days to respond to specific findings related to conditions at its five training centers. Download the Report . . .
