Jordan v. State of Tenn.

MEMORANDUM

WISEMAN, Chief Judge.

This matter involves the death of plaintiffs’ son, Valion Jordan, IV, a severely retarded 10-year-old boy who was a resident at Clover Bottom Developméntal Center ("Clover Bottom”). Valion was born on April 2, 1977. For most of his early childhood, Valion required the continuous care and attention of his parents. As a result of his condition, Valion would often walk on his toes around the room aimlessly or in circles and thus required close supervision. On June 29, 1984, plaintiffs chose to admit Valion to Clover Bottom, a residential facility provided by the…