A dearth of direct support professionals means people with disabilities who have funding to attend day programs or live in group homes may be placed on waiting lists instead.
Marjorie Bungard is one of the lucky ones. Her days at Community Living Care’s New Florence program mean regular socialization, an exercise routine and stops at the grocery store. Last week, she made a St. Patrick’s Day craft. “This is where most of my friends are,” she said. There are