DHS People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee
* See the Future of Long-Term Care web site
Overview
The People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee (PDAC) was formed in the Spring of 2005 to serve as a bridge between the interests and needs of people with physical disabilities and the programs and policies of the Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS).
Our members represent the geographic diversity of Oregon and are willing to serve as an ongoing communication link between DHS and Oregonians with physical disabilities. Our commitment is to serve the interests of people with physical disabilities, and we invite your comments, ideas and questions. Please contact a committee member or staff member. Your concerns will be raised at our next scheduled meeting and reflected in the meeting minutes.
Public Input will always be an agenda item; however, a time limit of three minutes per person is in place. If you have questions or would like to be included for public input, please contact Becky Murphy. If you need any special accommodations, please give five days advance notice. Becky can be contacted at becky.murphy@state.or.us, 503-947-1136, Toll-free: 1-800-282-8096.
The Employed Persons with Disabilities (EPD) program is an important issue to members of PDAC. Visit the SPD Employment Services Web page if you are interested in more information.
Mission & Purpose
The mission of the PDAC is to critically review and promote programs and policies within DHS by advocating, protecting, and developing services that are essential for enhancing choice, dignity, and independence for people with physical disabilities. Review the PDAC Bylaws for more detailed committee operations.
The Purpose of the PDAC is:
- To review and advise DHS on programs and services that impact people with physical disabilities.
- To identify unmet needs and develop strategies for addressing those unmet needs.
- To review proposed administrative rules, programs, policies, and other critical components and submit written recommendations to DHS.
- To work with others improving DHS services and programs for people with physical disabilities.
- To advise DHS during budget development and the approval process.
- To serve as the lead in developing strategies to promote choice, dignity, and independence.
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Vacancy Recruitment
There are vacancies on the People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee (PDAC). Members should have a background in advocacy, and must be available to meet monthly in Salem or by video conferencing at the closest equipped branch office. If you are interested and are in one of the following counties (Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Crook, Deschutes, Harney, Jefferson, Josephine, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Polk, Tillamook, Umatilla or Washington), complete and submit an application (see link, below) by email to Becky Murphy at Becky.Murphy@state.or.us. Applications are reviewed by staff and PDAC members, with recommendations going to the Director's Office. The Director of the Department of Human Services appoints members. If you have any questions, email or call 503-947-1136.
Download the application: MS Word or PDF
Members & Staff
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Meetings
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Meeting etiquette: If you plan to attend a meeting, please refrain from wearing perfume, cologne, aftershave or other scented cosmetics. Some people are allergic or very sensitive to these products. Thank you.
2007
Date |
Time |
Location |
Agenda |
Minutes |
01/10/2007
01/11/2007 |
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Northwest Disabilities Services |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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02/14/2007 |
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
500 Summer St NE
Rm 352 - Video Conf. |
Agenda
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Minutes |
03/14/2007
03/15/2007 |
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
|
676 Church St NE |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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04/11/2007 |
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
500 Summer St NE
Rm 352 - Video Conf. |
Agenda |
Minutes
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05/09/2007
05/10/2007 |
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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500 Summer St NE
Rm 137 A & B |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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06/13/2007 |
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
500 Summer St NE
Rm 252- Video Conf. |
Agenda
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Minutes
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07/11/2007
07/12/2007 |
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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676 Church St NE |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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08/08/2007 |
-- Meeting Canceled --
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09/12/2007
09/13/2007 |
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
|
676 Church St NE |
Agenda
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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10/10/2007 |
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
500 Summer St NE
Room 352
Telephone Conf Call |
Agenda
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11/14/2007
11/15/2007 |
-- Meetings Canceled --
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12/12/2007 |
-- Meeting Canceled --
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2006
Date |
Time |
Room |
Agenda |
Minutes |
01/11/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
Telephone Conference Call |
Agenda
|
Minutes
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02/08/2006
02/09/2006 |
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Salem Inn, Room 120 |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes |
03/08/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
HSB Conference Room 352 (Video Conference) |
Agenda
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Minutes
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04/12/2006
04/13/2006 |
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Salem Inn, Room 120 |
Agenda |
Minutes
Minutes
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05/10/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
HSB Conference Room 352 (Video Conference) |
Agenda
|
Minutes
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06/14/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
Telephone Conference Call |
Agenda
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Minutes
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07/12/2006
07/13/2006 |
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Salem Inn, Room 120 |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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08/09/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
HSB Conference Room 352 (Video Conference) |
Agenda
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Minutes
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09/13/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Video Conference |
Agenda
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Minutes
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10/11/2006
10/12/2006 |
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Salem Inn, Room 120 |
Agenda
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Minutes
Minutes
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11/08/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Video Conference |
Agenda
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Minutes
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12/13/2006 |
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Video Conference |
Agenda
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Minutes
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*Also see the PDAC Meetings Archives
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