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Governor O'Malley: End the Wait Now

The DDA Waiting List is a growing crisis that needs Gov. O'Malley and our elected officials to address by substantially increasing funding. The End the Wait Now! Campaign was started to advocate for this action.
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Crisis in care: Stretched families hunt for a break

In many ways, Terri Kellum considers herself lucky. Thanks to funding from the state Developmental Disabilities Administration...
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In Anne Arundel, more than 1,100 with disabilities wait for help that's not coming

The need for services for these residents has especially soared in the past few years, and local non-profits say they're overwhelmed.
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Reality-based budgeting

Even if Gov. Martin O'Malley's plan to resolve the state's $1.7 billion budget deficit is approved by the General Assembly, new taxes and all, the list will continue to be just as long. It would cost nearly $500 million to eliminate it completely. OP-ED Article
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A Quiet Crisis

A quiet crisis that has been growing for years demands attention, and help may finally be on the way. More than 15,000 children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families are stuck on a State list waiting for community services while their situations get worse.
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