Georgia Retardation Center records, 1969-1980

Summary

Creator:

Georgia Retardation Center

Date:

1969-1980

Extent:

2 Linear Feet (2 boxes)

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Georgia Retardation Center records, UA95-113, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The records include annual reports, administrative files, and research project files documenting the Athens Unit of the Georgia Retardation Center.

Biographical / historical:

In 1968, the Athens Unit of the Georgia Retardation Center at the University of Georgia opened to provide short-term residential care and day programs. The facility was jointly managed by the Georgia Department of Public Health and the University with responsibilities for manpower development and training, research in mental retardation, and public education.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

Mental health -- Georgia.
Mental health services -- Georgia.
Annual reports
Research (document genre)

Names:

University of Georgia

Preferred citation:

Georgia Retardation Center records, UA95-113, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.