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DON'T GIVE UP!
 
Recent budget cuts have placed the future of substance abuse treatment at great risk.  The statewide effects of these cuts are devastating:
 
  $43 million cut from addiction services; more than $11 million cut from programs and
    serving women and children, youth in treatment, youth in the community court system,
    people addicted to methamphetamine.
     
  Budget reductions will result in a loss of $55 million in federal matching dollars.
     
  Over 42,000 individuals currently in the treatment system could be thrown out on the
    streets as the result of these cuts.
     

These cuts will have a significant impact on the enitre community - untreated mental health and substance abuse impacts everyone and just some of the consequences include increases in overdose, crime, prison/jail overcrowding, fatal alcohol and drug related crashes, domestic violence, and child abuse.

We cannot send enough messages to our government leaders regarding this travesty.  Call, visit, write, email, or fax your local legislator and let them know that these cuts and the ensuing consequences are unacceptable. 

 

Illinois Senate President
Emil Jones
llopez@senatedem.ilga.gov

Democratic House Speaker
Michael J. Madigan
mmadigan@hds.ilga.gov

Governor Blagojevich
http://www.illinois.gov/gov/contactthegovernor.cfm

Local Legislator Contact Information
http://www.elections.state.il.us/DistrictLocator/SelectSearchType.aspx?NavLink=1

Additional Information Regarding the Local Impact of the Statewide Budget Cuts
http://cbs2chicago.com/politics/truth.in.politics.2.778704.html

 

The lives of countless individuals and their families are depending on you to show your concern and make your voice heard. 
Act now!

Serenity House wishes to extend a special thank you to all who helped make our
2008 Gala Fundraiser a success!

Visit the Serenity House Gallery to see photos from the exciting event.
 
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