Just in case you need a sample...

If you are not sure what to write to Governor Perdue, Unlock has a sample for you! Personalize it to make it your family's own story, and include a picture of your family if you can. Make sure to emphasize the need of your family member if you are on the waiting list, and if the waiver and services are working for you, please say so! Leaders need to hear what is working and that the services are valuable for you. Thank you, Rita

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Governor Sonny Perdue
Office of the Governor
Georgia State Capitol
Atlanta, GA 30334
Fax 404-657-7332

Dear Governor Perdue,

I want to thank you for your past efforts to support adults with disabilities throughout Georgia. I understand the economic/budget crisis that the state is facing but this crisis is also impacting those of us caring for loved ones with disabilities.

I am asking that you support the DBHDD request for 1500 NOW/COMP waivers which includes 150 waivers to transition people from hospitals to the community and the DCH budget requests for 100 MFP and 176 ICWP waivers. These waivers provide persons with disabilities the supports they need to live in the community and are more cost-effective than serving them in hospitals or nursing homes. Georgia has over 6400 people with developmental disabilities and 187 people with physical disabilities currently on the Medicaid waiver waiting lists.

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Thank you for your continued support for people with disabilities in Georgia.

Sincerely
[YOUR NAME]
[YOUR ADDRESS]