The Commission consists of the following members: one member of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate; one member of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House; and the following members appointed by the Governor: two representatives from the Department of Human Services; three representatives from the Maryland Department of Health; one representative from the Department of Aging; one representative from an area agency on aging; one representative from the Department of Disabilities; two consumers of respite care services; three family caregivers; four representatives of organizations that provide or have interest or expertise in respite care services; and one family caregiver of a service–disabled veteran. In appointing members to the Commission, to the extent possible, the Governor shall consider groups representing individuals: with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders; with developmental disabilities; with physical disabilities; with chronic illnesses; with mental or emotional conditions that require supervision; who are vulnerable to abuse or neglect; with disabilities, disorders, or conditions affecting the entire lifespans of the individuals; and who reflect the diversity of the State. The term of a member of the Commission is 3 years. The Governor shall appoint a chair of the Commission from among the members.