Maricopa Integrated Health System

Maricopa Integrated Health System - Community Strength Project

Consumer Advisory Board

The Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) for the Title IV Program was established in 2004. The board is successful for three main reasons: 1) the diverse composition; 2) clearly defined duties and responsibilities with specialized CAB training; and 3) the commitment of the board members. In the last few months, besides trainings, the CAB activities included the review of the Title IV application for federal funding, and guidance and input for the creation of the Borrow A Sister program.

The CAB serves in an advisory capacity to the Title IV Program, and allows consumer involvement in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Program. The primary goal of the CAB is to assist the Program to provide services responsive to the needs of consumers. The CAB's primary functions include:

Making recommendations on proposals and issues brought before the Board;
Assisting with the planning of the Title IV consumer educational events;
Recommending consumers to represent Title IV at trainings and conferences;
Nominating consumers to receive awards;
Acting as liaison between consumers and the program management; and
Promoting understanding and support of the program and services.

The CAB members are committed individuals who provide their valuable insight, time and talents to enhancing the program. Their dedication has already been exhibited by their desire to meet more than the quarterly meetings as originally planned. The CAB meets every-other-month to initiate and carry out the many projects and ideas they have identified to strengthen the Program. The Program encourages and supports the CAB by providing transportation, meals, childcare, recognition and training.

Interested in becoming a CAB member?

Fill out our online application, English or Spanish, or print out our application, English or Spanish, and turn it in or mail it to: