[State of Illinois]outlined Thursday for the first time some of the steps Illinois must take to end the warehousing of mentally ill adults in nursing homes, including violent felons who have victimized elderly and disabled residents.
Some 150 people crowded into the state hearing room, and more than two dozen offered testimony. No Republican lawmakers attended, but Sen. Dave Syverson, R-Rockford, said their absence was only due to scheduling conflicts.
Illinois needs "higher standards and enforcement" to ensure the care of nursing home residents.
Click on the following for more details: Senators outraged over Illinois nursing home safety -- chicagotribune.com
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