PAIMI (Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness) Council

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PAIMI Council - Expectations

What We Expect of an AC PAIMI Council Member

First, we expect Council members to come to meetings!  The meetings are held quarterly on Saturday, from 10am until 3pm.

Second, we expect Council members to take an interest in the work of the Advocacy.  We provide an orientation for all new Council members and give updates on our work both at Council meetings and in between Council meetings via the Internet.

Third, we ask that Council members tell us about problems that people with mental illness are facing so that we can be aware of those problems and, hopefully, do something to help resolve them.

Fourth, we ask that Council members actively participate in the development of priorities for the PAIMI program each year and the completion of the annual PAIMI program report.

Finally, we ask that Council members tell others about the Advocacy Center and help us to recruit new members as needed.

What Council Members Can Expect of Us

All Council members receive a thorough orientation before they begin their term of office

All Council members can expect regular updates about our activities

Council members with disabilities will receive whatever accommodation is necessary to enable them to participate as a member of the Council.

Council members who have to travel to meetings will be reimbursed for travel and related expenses.

All Council members will receive a real sense of satisfaction that comes of being a part of a very worthwhile organization.