This site provides public access to ADRD Commission meeting materials, committee and workgroup documents, and official Commission information including bylaws, membership and annual reports. The ADRD Commission is constituted under the Code of Virginia § 51.5-154.
The 15 appointed members of the ADRD Commission serve in an advisory capacity to the Governor and the Secretary of Health and Human Resources (HHR), and assist people with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders, as well as their caregivers. Commission meetings are held quarterly and members also serve on workgroups. In 2011 the Commission released Virginia's first Dementia State Plan, which is revised every four years to remain receptive to the needs of persons with dementia and their caregivers. The current plan is Virginia Dementia State Plan 2024-2027.
Learn more about DARS Dementia Services.
For information and resources about dementia for individuals, caregivers, and providers, and for infomation about dementia research, visit Dementia Capable Virginia.
Agendas and minutes.
The Commission submits a report on its activities and policy recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly by October 1 each year.
