The residents of the state of New York in the Chemung County region urge Governor Coumo and his administration to reconsider the closing of the Elmira Psychiatric Center.
Why is this important?
On Wed, July 10 2013 the Cuomo Administration announced a comprehensive statewide Office of Mental Health reorganization plan that would shut down nine psychiatric hospitals throughout New York State. The Elmira Psychiatric Center (EPC) is one of the facilities to be closed. This will force anyone who needs to use a psychiatric hospital in the Elmira area to travel a much greater distance to get to a hospital. These cuts impact the Southern Tier more severely than downstate. This issue crosses political boundaries and affects the area regardless of political affiliation. We are seeking signatures of concerned residents of New York by the end of October. Thank you very much for your support.
