With An Eye to the Past - 1960's - Building the Momentum

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In 1968, the state Arc published "The Next Step: Goals for Institutions," calling for 1,084 technicians, higher staff pay, a decrease in turnover, razing old buildings and moving people back into the community.

"The Next Step: Goals for Institutions."

Video:
Jerry Walsh, veteran executive director of
Minnesota ARC, described the major reasons
they succeeded in gaining additional funds
for facilities and families.

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