The Advisory Council is comprised of individuals with disabilities, families, education and disability service providers, government officials and other persons interested in the well-being and support of persons with developmental disabilities. Statewide, there are geographical networks with similar groups who appoint individuals to represent them with the Illinois Department of Human Services, Office of Developmental Disabilities. We will assist DHS in its efforts to provide, in a timely manner, a full array of quality, outcome-based, person and community centered services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Most Network Advisory Councils meet monthly. Statewide, the group has been meeting on a quarterly basis. Review and recommendations regarding the the policies, practices and planning of the DHS Office of Developmental Disabilities take place. Plans are made to direct the future course of state-funded services and supports for people with developmental disabilities in Illinois. This website is a project of the North/Northwest Suburban Cook and Lake and McHenry Counties geographical network.

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Statewide Council Information