Lynn:  we're in agreement that w/o the necessary support to provide community-based services,closingthe hospital makes little sense.  I thing we need to move the population "down site"...meaning to less restrictive, more constructive placement when appropriate.  If we don't have those facilities, they cannot be moved.  Additionally, we need to serve those hundreds (or, statewide, likely thousands) of individuals who are "on the streets" and in need of assistance.   regards, Gary