This is our nation's prescription of choice for disability including those disabled by age. Approved for use by the American Medical Association and the U.S. government.

Side effects: decreased freedom, persistent segregation, abuse, overmedication, depression, and suicidal tendencies.

Warning: Institutionalization will limit independence, dignity, self-determination, community participation, productivity, property ownership, human and civil rights.

Picture of girl in wheelchair behind bars

Suggested alternative: National attendant service program.
WARNING--NOT U.S. GOVERNMENT OR AMA APPROVED.
Persons disabled by age or any cause to remain independent, receiving all necessary support services at home. Everyone has the human right to live in their own home.

CAUTION: MAY DEPRIVE MEDICAL PROFESSION OF PROFITS FROM NURSING HOME INTERESTS.

(From one of the Chicago flyers for ADAPT's AMA action)