Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission (IDDC)
About the Commission
Steve Riley, Chair
Susan Hartung, Vice Chair
Vacant, Secretary
As enacted, the new IDD Commission includes 25 members, including individuals from the intellectual and developmental disability community, service providers and service agencies, and the Commission on People with Disabilities, who will be focusing on promoting direct communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations and the public about programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The commission will also provide educational programs, identify current gaps in services and provide advice and recommendations on best practices to the County and the County Executive.
The Commission has 19 voting members, and 6 non-voting members, including:
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2 individuals with IDD;
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9 family members, guardians, or support staff of individuals with IDD;
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7 individuals representing service providers or advocacy organizations that support individuals with IDD; of people with disabilities;
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1 member of the Commission on People with Disabilities;
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The 6 non-voting members are designees of the following agencies: Department of Health and Human Services; Department of Recreation; Montgomery County Public Schools; Montgomery College; WorkSource Montgomery; and Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration.
Monthly Meetings
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission meetings are open to the public . Visit the agenda page for more details.
Meeting Notices
Meetings to be announcedThe calendar of events below lists upcoming Commission meetings.
Commissioners Jenn Lynn, Lisa Lorraine, Margie Parrott, Karla Nabors and Steve Riley attended the annual Road to Independence Resource Fair for Youth & Adults with Disabilities held Sunday November 10th 2024 at the College Living Experience in Rockville.
Vacancy Notice
Elrich Seeks Applicants for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission
Seeking applicants to fill one vacancy for an individual with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). The Commission advises the County Council and County Executive, and supports individuals with IDD and their families by coordinating the provision of services; promoting communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations, and the general public regarding programs and services; instituting and conducting educational and other programs, meetings and conferences; cooperating with public and private agencies, departments and organizations that provide services; reviewing and reporting on gaps in services; preparing recommendations on best practices, innovations in service areas and program costs; working with county and state level organizations; and advocating at the local, state and federal levels. View more information and apply online . Application deadline is January 10, 2025.
Creating an Inclusive Community
“Montgomery County is committed to creating an inclusive community for all individuals who have a disability so they have access to every opportunity to live a life of their choosing with the necessary supports needed to participate fully in community living.” In accordance with the Commission on People with Disabilities.
Contact Us
Crystel Britto, Staff LiaisonEmail: [email protected]
401 Hungerford Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
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