Rappahannock
Regional
Purpose
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Advise the governing bodies of the Region of issues of importance to persons with physical and sensory disabilities.
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Assess service needs and capabilities and advise appropriate public and private agencies serving persons with physical and/or sensory disabilities.
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Serve as a catalyst for the development of public and private funding sources for needed services.
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Recognize exceptional efforts to accommodate and promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community.
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Develop and support communication among service providers to improve the coordination and the availability of services for persons with disabilities.
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Advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities.