Illinois Department of Human Services watchdog stepping down Aug. 17
The department announced the move to staff on Friday, noting that Neumer accepted a position as the inspector general for the Chicago Park District. He will be replaced by Charles Wright, Neumer's deputy since March 2021. Neumer's last day on the job will be Aug. 17.
"Peter has been an invaluable resource to and champion for his office, for IDHS, and, most importantly, to the residents and patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or mental illness, who he has protected and advocated for through the office's investigations into allegations of abuse and neglect," IDHS Secretary Grace Hou wrote in an email to employees announcing Neumer's departure.
Last month, Bobby Lee, a Choate worker who was accused of striking a 90-pound patient who has developmental disabilities in the face, pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery in exchange for a sentence of 18 months probation, including anger management counseling and 30 hours of community service.
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