Mental Health/Intellectual Disability Advisory Board

The Mental Health/Intellectual Disability (MH/ID) Advisory Board aids the county executive and county council in the planning, development and implementation of mental health and intellectual disability services and supports to the residents of Allegheny County. The board reviews the county's specific mental health and intellectual disability needs as it compares to its available resources and facilities, and makes recommendations to local administration regarding services in the county.

Its presence is mandated by the Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Act of 1966 (formerly the Mental Health and Mental Retardation Act of 1966) and the Mental Health Procedures Act of 1976.

Current Members

  • Paul Barkowitz
  • Geralyn Dugan
  • Laurie Barrett Levine
  • Chris Michaels
  • Maria Silva
  • Kathy Testoni
  • Barbara Wolvovitz