Area Board 11 Members

Area boards are established under state law to:

• locally assist the State Council to fulfill its federal mandates;
• protect and advocate the rights of all persons in the area with developmental disabilities;
• conduct capacity building activities and provide advocacy for systemic change in support of the social integration, inclusion, employment, and participation of persons with developmental disabilities in all community activities;
• conduct "life quality assessments" to see that people are receiving the services they need;
• assist in the establishment of self advocacy organizations led by individuals with developmental disabilities;
• encourage the development of needed services and supports of good quality, and remain informed about the quality of services in the area.

If you are interested in applying, please link to the PDF application:
Application for Appointment to the Board of Directors for Area Board 11.