Partlow Developmental Center

• Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program Awarded $42,500 to Monitor Residents Leaving Partlow.On the heels of the announced closing of the W.D. Partlow Developmental Center, ADAP has been awarded a $42,500 contract to monitor and advocate on behalf of individuals with intellectual disabilities transitioning to community settings. For more information, see Press Release.
• W.D. Partlow Developmental Center Closing, Residents Transition To Community Life, Department of Mental Health Press Release 3-4-11
• Partlow Closure Media Reports (last update 3-11-11)
• At What Cost: Partlow's Legacy of Shame. ADAP report of conditions at Partlow.  December 8, 2008
  • Partlow Media Alert. December 8, 2008
  • ADAP Press Release. December 8. 2008
  • A Call for Closure, ADAP appeal for Partlow's closure. December 8. 2008.