RESOLUTION TO WITHDRAW FROM THE EAGLE COUNTRY ADRC AND ESTABLISH THE SAUK COUNTY ADRC AS A STANDALONE AGENCY

BACKGROUND: the Wisconsin Department of Health Services {OHS} states the mission of  the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) is, "To provide older adults and people with physical or developmental/intellectual disabilities the resources needed to live with dignity and security and achieve maximum independence and quality of life." The goal of the ADRC is to empower individuals to make informed choices and to streamline access to the right and appropriate services and supports.  Since July 2008 (Resolution # 140-07) the Sauk County ADRC has been a partner in the Eagle Country ADRC consortium managing the employees and services of the ADRC, Sauk County office and meeting the OHS Scope of Services contract requirements. In order to provide the highest level of service and program options to the citizens of Sauk County eligible for aging and ADRC services, the Sauk County Aging & Disability Resource Center and Veteran’s Service Office Committee recommends that the Sauk County ADRC leave the Eagle Country ADRC and become a standalone agency. In order to become a standalone agency, notice needs to be provided to the Eagle Country ADRC and the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services.