INARF Holds 42nd Annual Membership Meeting

Last Friday, INARF held its 42nd Annual Membership Meeting at Easter Seals Crossroads. The meeting included a report on the INARF PAC activity for 2015 and the PAC Board’s plans for the upcoming year, including the goal of raising $16,000. Members were reminded that they can contribute online through the INARF PAC webpage. Outgoing Board members Jane Wear of Cardinal Services and John Niederman of Pathfinder Services were thanked for their efforts, and incoming Board members Allison Wharry of New Hope of Indiana and Stan Keepes of Gibson County Arc were welcomed as they begin their service on April 1. ​

Patrick Cockrum, INARF Board Chair, shared the many areas of focus that INARF will be continuing to monitor or initiate during 2016. Sharing information about INARF membership, marketing efforts for the Ability Indiana Program, and the System of Excellence Program, INARF President/CEO Kim Opsahl gave an overall snapshot of the Association, including accomplishments of the Corporate Committees and activities of the Professional Interest Sections. In addition, she shared updates on legislative advocacy efforts and administrative developments. ​