The Washington County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council functions in an advisory capacity to the DD Division, Board of Commissioners, and the state Department of Health and Human Services.
The council advises on matters that impact individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities. These areas include program development, community needs, planning, monitoring, and recommending funding priorities.
15 members serve on the council. Members include service recipients, advocates, professionals in the field, key referral sources, provider representatives and lay citizens. All members are residents of the county or have work interests in the county. The council meets monthly. All are welcome at the meetings.
For information on how to apply, visit the Washington County Community Boards and Commissions website.