Advisory council seeking member from Wahkiakum

The Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington Advisory Council is looking for a member from Wahkiakum County to fill a vacancy in November 2014.

The Advisory Council is a group of dedicated volunteers representing older adults and adults with disabilities in the counties of Clark, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Skamania, and Klickitat.

Advisory Council members:

· Identify needs of older adults and adults with disabilities in their communities;

· Advise on services to meet those needs;

· Advocate on behalf of the people they represent.

The Advisory Council meets every third Wednesday of the month in various locations throughout the five-county service area. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Those interested in issues related to aging and long-term services and supports for seniors, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers are invited to join.

For more information and to request an application contact Mike Reardon, Community Services Program Manager, Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington , 201 NE 73rd Street, Suite 201, Vancouver, WA 98665; (360) 735-5729; reardml@dshs.wa.gov; http://www.helpingelders.org.