Plan to Help Disabled Live Independently

A federal judge in Kentucky signed a plan for the state to begin providing service to residents living with mental disabilities earlier this week. The agreement will reportedly enable people living with disabilities such as cerebral palsy to live more independent lives.

Plan Implemented After Lawsuit

The new plan has been implemented due to a class action suit was filed six years ago against the state of Kentucky. The lawsuit was seeking services like adult day care, housekeeping and therapy for people living with disabilities. “I hope the services start flowing,” says U.S. District Judge Joseph M. Hood.

Greatly Improving Lives

After the plan was signed many advocates and the plaintiffs who had filed the suit burst into tears from joy. They understand that this is a deal that could dramatically improve the lives of those with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that make it difficult to have independent living. “It will just open up their worlds,” explains Cheryl Dunn, who has a daughter living with a disability. “I think the biggest thing is having options in your life-where you work, where you live, things we all take for granted.” The state has reportedly budgeted an estimated $10 million for the plan over the next two years and plan on obtaining another $24 million in federal Medicaid money. The Medicaid program will be providing the services. (Source: Courier-Journal) Do you know someone living with cerebral palsy? If so, please contact us to speak with an experienced and trustworthy cerebral palsy attorney who will ensure that you and your loved ones are getting the legal support you deserve.