2019 Long Road Home Event
The Long Road Home celebration was held on June 20. This was the 120th anniversary of the Olmstead decision by the U.S. Supreme Court – the end of the “Long Road Home” for Americans with mental illness and developmental disabilities. The Long Road Home began with two Georgia women, Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson, who were involuntarily admitted to the psychiatric unit in a state-run regional hospital. They filed suit for release under the Americans with Disability Act and won.
2019 Friends of The Jessamine Place
During the celebration, Golden Boy was named 2019 “Friends of The Jessamine Place”. This prestigious award was presented to (L to R): Pam Jordan, Tasha Martin, and Joe Griner by Shirley B. Brooks, Executive Director and Constance Manley, CFO.
Exhibits
Visitors were welcomed with a walkthrough of exhibits displaying some rich history of the Olmstead decision by the U.S. Supreme Court – that end the “Long Road Home” for Americans with mental illness and developmental disabilities. The exhibits displayed several advocacy events. This was shared by special guest Cheri Mitchell who is the National Chair of the Long Road Home from Atlanta, Georgia.
Special Guests
Special guests included: (Left photo): Samantha Lane and daughter from (PMF) Professional Medical Fulfillment, (Middle Photo): (JP Founder) Philip Jay, Mayor Jim Puckett, State Representative Clay Pirkle, and Senator Tyler Harper, (Right Photo): Fitzgerald Fire Department.
A good time was had by all!