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Montgomery, Ala. – It is estimated that more than three percent of Alabamians experience a developmental disability in their lifetime , which can be manifested by substantial functional limitations, including self-care,
Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health is proud to celebrate the achievement of Kim Thornberry as the 2016-2018 recipient of The
Montgomery, Ala. - Co-chairs of the Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council, Attorney General Steve Marshall, Commissioner Lynn Beshear of the Alabama Department
Madison, Ala. – The Arc of Madison County, an advocacy program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, was chosen as one of ten programs