Patricia L. Puckett Papers

Descriptive Summary
Title: Patricia L. Puckett Papers
Creator: Puckett, Patricia L.
Inclusive Dates: 1971-2011
Language(s): English
Extent: 2 box(es) (2 linear feet)
Collection Number: RBRL342
Repository: Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies
Abstract: Pat Puckett is the Executive Director of the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia and an active member of many state and national organizations working to accomplish inclusive disability policy and services. Her papers document her advocacy for people with disabilities and efforts to influence the policies that affect their lives.

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Collection Description

Biographical Note

Pat Puckett is the Executive Director of the Statewide Independent Living Council (the SILC) of Georgia, a non-profit organization, founded in 1995, with the vision of equal participation of people with disabilities in their communities. Pat graduated from Valdosta State College in 1972 and attended graduate school in Public Administration at the University of Georgia. She was the first person with a disability to graduate from Leadership DeKalb in 1998; in 2003, she received their Outstanding Member Award. Pat serves on the board of Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs, a non-profit company with the mission of developing and sustaining small business. She is an active member of many state and national organizations working to accomplish inclusive disability policy and services. Pat serves as secretary of the board for the National Council on Independent Living.

Source: Pat Puckett

Scope and Content

The Patricia L. Puckett Papers contain research files, correspondence, articles, and printed materials. The papers document Puckett's advocacy for people with disabilities and her efforts to influence the policies that affect their lives.

Organization and Arrangement

The papers are arranged in two series: I. Project and Research Files and II. Printed Materials.

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Administrative Information

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Preferred citation

Patricia L. Puckett Papers, Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, University of Georgia Libraries, Athens, Georgia, 30602-1641.

Copyright Information

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Conditions Governing Use

Library acts as "fair use" reproduction agent.

Finding Aid Publication

Finding Aid prepared by Mat Darby, 2013.

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Related Materials and Subjects

Subject Terms

Related Collections in this Repository

Georgia Disability History Archive

Related Collections in Other Repositories

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Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 

Series I. Project and Research Files
box	folder
Request box
1	1	[John] O'Brien Articles, 2002
1	2	Women and Disabilities, 2000
1	3	[Barriers to Self-Advocacy, etc.], undated
1	4	Partners Present LTC [Long-Term Care], 1996
1	5	Overheads, undated
1	6	ULO Policies and Procedures, 1988
1	7	Quality, undated
1	8	Personal Futures, 1978
1	9	LGT Paper, undated
1	10	Women & Disability, 1991
1	11	To Change the Rule: A Position Paper on Personal Assistance Services in GA, 1993 September
1	12	Arc Georgia- The Light Ahead, 1983
1	13	Euthanasia, 1990
1	14	Roper Report, 1985
1	15	Financial, 1982
1	16	MH/MR Div. Study, 1983
1	17	[Georgia's Programs for Mental Disabilities], 1981
1	18	Position Papers, 1981-1982
1	19	MH/MR Split Div., 1983
1	20	Buda Hughes/Derril Gay, 1978-1981
1	21	Georgia's Mental Health Program, undated
1	22	Center Directors, 1984
1	23	Letterhead, undated
1	24	Speak and Be Heard, 1989
1	25	Gracewood, undated

 

Series II. Printed Materials
box	folder
Request box
2	1	The Gift of Hospitality: Opening the Doors of Community Life to People with Disabilities, 1988 February
2	2	What Are We Learning About Circles of Support?, 1988
2	3	What Are We Learning About Bridge-Building?, 1988
2	4	Person-Centered Development: A Journey in Learning to Listen to People with Disabilities, 1991
2	5	Capacity Works: Finding Windows for Change Using Personal Futures Planning, 1995
2	6	Person-Centered Planning: Finding Directions for Change Using Personal Futures Planning, 1992
2	7	Imperfect Change: Embracing the Tensions of Person-Centered Work, 1992
2	8	Dare to Dream: An Analysis of the Conditions Leading to Personal Change for People with Disabilities, 1991
2	9	Don't Call Us Roommates, Just Call Us Friends, 1994
2	10	Tending the Candle: A Booklet for Circle Facilitators, 1993
2	11	The Storytellers, undated
2	12	Mainstream: Magazine of the Able-Disabled, 1993 April
2	13	Mouth Magazine: Voice of the Disability Nation, 1999-2001, 2007
2	14	Ragged Edge: The Disability Experience in America, 1999
2	15	Incitement: A Publication of ADAPT, 1999-2011
2	16	Let Our Children Go: An Organizing Manual for Advocates and Parents, 1974
2	17	Sticks and Stones: The Story of Loving a Child, 1976
2	18	Remembering the Soul of Our Work: Stories by the Staff of Options in Community Living, 1992
2	19	Building Communities from the Inside Out: A Path Toward Finding and Mobilizing a Community's Assets, 1993
2	20	New Life in the Neighborhood: How Persons with Retardation or Other Disabilities Can Help Make a Good Community Better, 1980
2	21	To Boldly Go: Individualized Supports for Georgians with Severe Disabilities, 1992
2	22	Residential Teaching Communities, 1984
2	23	Quality Assurance for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, 1990
2	24	A Model for Change, 1976
2	25	Does She Know She's There, 1982
2	26	How to Start a Training Center for the Mentally Retarded in Your Community, 1971
2	27	From Behind the Piano: The Building of Judith Snow's Unique Circle of Friends, 1992
2	28	My Two Good Feet, undated
2	29	From the Inside Out: Poetry by Gail Bottoms, 2004
2	30	Bobby Rowan's Handbook on the Art of Legislative Strategy, 1983