Mission and Vision
DDARS works to strengthen the network of paid and natural supports that older adults and individuals with disabilities use to enhance their personal strengthens and assets and achieve their goals. We believe everyone has the right to live, love, work, learn, play and pursue their goals as active members of their communities.
Our work is guided by values of belonging, choice and empowerment, ensuring every voice is heard and every person is supported in living a life that reflects their unique goals.
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Commissions & Councils
DDARS supports several commissions and councils that bring together voices from across the state. These groups represent the communities served by each bureau and help shape decisions that affect programs and services. Our active commissions and councils include:
- Board of Interpreter Standards
- Commission on Rehabilitation Services
- DDARS Advisory Council
- Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council
- Interagency Coordinating Council
- Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council
Policies
DDARS is continuously evaluating the need for changes to division policies and programs to improve the quality of it's services. Access information related to current DDARS policy documents and draft policies open to public comment.
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