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September 15-17, 2008
Adam's Mark Airport
Indianapolis, Indiana
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Indiana Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
The Indiana Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (IAHSA) is an association representing not-for-profit services and facilities for the elderly. IAHSA members are non-profit organizations, providing high quality health care, services and housing for over 25,000 seniors throughout Indiana. The mission of IAHSA is to assist members to provide the highest quality of life for those they serve.
Hoosier Owners and Providers for the Elderly
HOPE advances the interest of Hoosier owned and operated providers of health care, housing, and assistance services for the elderly by:
- Establishing working relationships with legislators, regulators, advocates and other providers of services to the elderly;
- Leading in planning for the future delivery, regulatory and payment systems;
- Providing members with timely information;
- Providing effective education and training programs at a reasonable cost and;
- Exercising fiscal responsibility in the use of the
members' dues.Indiana Assisted Living Federation of America (IALFA)
The mission of IALFA is To promote the interests of the Assisted Living industry in Indiana and to enhance the quality of life for the population it serves.
To accomplish this, IALFA is committed to providing:
- Information: To provide an organization in which Assisted Living providers can unite, exchange information and interact with peers.
- Leadership: To be the leading recognized source of information, education and advocacy for the industry.
- Expertise: To encourage and promote the development of high standards for the Assisted Living industry.
- Representation: To promote Assisted Living with public and private agencies and other professionals.
- Guidance: To help Assisted Living providers address relevant issues and challenges as they arise in this emerging industry.
- Public Education: To educate the public about Assisted Living.
- Responsiveness: To respond promptly, responsibly and confidentially to each Provider Member, consumer of Assisted Living services or any individual or organization seeking information or assistance related to Assisted Living in Indiana.
The American College of Health Care Administrators
ACHCA is the professional society for nearly 4,500 administrators in long-term care, offering excellent educational programming, career development opportunities, and certification in a variety of positions. ACHCA members enhance their professional development through education that is geared to the continuum of health care administration and that emphasizes long-term care — an approach that clearly improves the quality of care they provide.
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE return to the top
MONDAY, September 15, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Pre-Conference Workshop
IAHSA Board Meeting
TUESDAY, September 16, 2008 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Registration & Continental Breakfast
Welcome & Keynote
Educational Sessions
IAHSA Awards Luncheon
IALFA Awards Luncheon & Business Meeting
Educational Sessions
Educational Sessions
Welcome Reception
WEDNESDAY, September 17, 2008 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 a.m.IAHSA Business Meeting Breakfast
IAHSA Business Meeting
Continental Breakfast
Educational Sessions
Educational Sessions
Closing SessionEDUCATION SESSIONS return to the top Click here for a printable list of all educational sessions and descriptions! RESIDENT ART EXHIBIT IAHSA, IALFA & HOPE would like to invite our conference attendees to participate in a Resident Art Exhibit that will be held September 16, 2008 during this year’s Fall Conference. This presents a great opportunity to stage your own art show featuring arts & crafts by residents. The winner of your show may then submit their artwork to be displayed at the Resident Art Exhibit at the Fall Conference.
All who submit their entries will be recognized with a Certificate of Participation. This is not a contest, but an opportunity to recognize the outstanding talent of your residents. We thank you for sharing your artist's talents and look forward to receiving your entry.
CONFERENCE INFORMATION return to the top CONFERENCE INFORMATION
DATE AND LOCATION
The IAHSA Fall Conference opens with an optional pre-conference workshop on Monday, September 15th. The pre-conference workshop is included as part of the conference registration. If you would like to attend only the pre-conference workshop, there is no cost; however pre-registration is required.The IAHSA Fall Conference runs from Tuesday, September 16 through Wednesday, September 17, 2008. Both the workshop and the conference will be held at the Adam's Mark Hotel (near the Indianapolis International Airport) at 2544 Executive Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46241
SPECIAL NEEDS & CONFERENCE ATTIRE
Persons requiring special assistance or menus are encouraged to note their needs on the registration form or attach a letter providing details.We encourage casual attire for the entire conference. Don't be caught unprepared. Everyone responds differently to climate-controlled environments and the hotel does its best to provide a comfortable climate for our event. However, sometimes it is warmer or cooler than you prefer. We hope that you will take this info into consideration when preparing for this conference and wear clothing that can be layered.
CONFERENCE FEES
The facility rate is for IAHSA, HOPE, IALFA and Indiana Association of Home & Hospice Care (IAHHC) members from one facility in one location. Members may choose the special facility rate to register 1-7 individuals for the full conference. When you register more than 7 people, the rate will be $130 for each additional person over the 7th person. This special rate does not apply to persons signing up for one day or individual registration. The Individual Rate is for one person from one facility and includes the daily rate or a full conference rate. Student Rates are available for individuals enrolled in a health facilities administration course. Rates are also available for former IAHSA Administrators who served the long term care community for at least 15 years and are currently not employed. Please call IAHSA for the special rate at
(317) 733-2380.REGISTRATION
To guarantee that your registration reaches IAHSA by the deadline of September 5, 2008, please fax a copy of your completed registration form along with all participants names and session numbers to (317) 733-2385 and then mail the original along with your payment. We will hold your registration space. If you are paying by credit card, there is no need to mail the original registration. This year, IAHSA is offering on-line registration. To sign-up on-line, please go to www.regonline.com/iahsa.CANCELLATIONS
Due to need for reproducing hand-outs and having accurate meal counts, we will be enforcing a deadline to register. The date is Friday, September 5th at noon. Cancellations received prior to that time will be refunded. No-shows and cancellation after that time will e billed. Substitutions are always welcomed.HOTEL INFORMATION
The Adam's mark Hotel is located near the Indianapolis Airport at 2544 Executive Drive, Indianapolis, IN. The hotel is holding a block of rooms until August 16, 2008 at the discounted rate of $99 plus tax per night, up to four people per room. You must mention you are with IAHSA and make your reservation by August 16th to receive the special discounted rate. Please call the Adam's Mark directly at 1-800-444-2326 to make reservations. We suggest that you make reservations soon, even if you are unsure about attending the conference. You can always cancel the room later.CONFERENCE AND SPECIAL EVENTS
This year the Fall Conference will feature several special events which require pre-registration. You must pre-register for the following events: Pre-Conference Session, Welcome Reception and the Business meeting Breakfast. There is an additional fee to attend the Business Meeting Breakfast but all other conference events are included in the price for all facility members. Exhibitors and Associate Members will be required to pay a fee for the Welcome Reception.CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Health Professions Bureau has approved 15.5 continuing education credits for Health Facility Administrators for attendance at all sessions including the pre-conference (the Pre-Conference includes 6, Tuesday includes 5.25 depending on your session choices, and Wednesday includes 4.25 CEUs). Approval has also been requested from the Certifying Board of Dietary Managers, and the American Dietetic Association for Registered Dietitians. The Indiana Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselors Board has approved this organization to provide Category 1 Continuing Education for LSWs. However, licenses must judge the program's relevance to their professional practice.
CONFERENCE SPONSORS return to the top
Platinum Sponsors
Grandview PharmacyGold Sponsors
Health Management Advisors, Inc/Gatlin & Co.Silver Sponsors
Thomas Healthcare Consulting , P.C.Bronze Sponsors
Medline Industries, Inc.Supporting Sponsors
Samaritan Alliance, LLC
Advantage Billing Consultants, Inc.
All Med Medical Supply
Church Mutual Insurance Co.
Gordon Food Service
Networx gp
Healthcare Therapy Services, Inc.
Sentry Insurance
University of Indianapolis
Center for Aging & Communityclick here for the printable registration form
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