35th Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference

The Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference will focus on issues related to healthcare, social, community, and educational services which are of critical importance to the future of persons with DD. The program will provide an overview of issues related to the spectrum of services currently available as well as strategies for enhancing these services. This educational program is designed for physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, therapists, dietitians, educators, home care providers, and other professionals interested in the delivery of care and services to persons with developmental disabilities.

For more information, please contact Courtney Puffer. [email protected] // (269) 337-4305

Tuesday, April 16, 2019, 7:30 AM - Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 4:30 PM, Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center

1. Identify effective methods for the practical application of concepts related to improving the delivery of services for persons with developmental disabilities.
2. Identify advances in clinical assessment and management of selected health care issues related to persons with developmental disabilities.
3. Discuss the ethical issues related to persons with developmental disabilities.
4. Identify and emphasize attitudes that enhance the opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities to achieve their optimal potential.
5. Develop strategies to promote community inclusion in meeting the needs of persons with developmental disabilities.

REGISTRATION FEES

When registering please use your personal log-in to access your CloudCME account. If you do not have an account, you must create one using your email. If you have trouble navigating this process, please do not hesitate to contact the Conference Coordinator.

Early Bird Discounts,postmarked before March 1

$185,Tuesday Only
$185, Wednesday Only
$245, Two Days, entire conference

Regular Registration, postmarked March 1-31 

$205,Tuesday Only
$205, Wednesday Only
$260, Two Days, entire conference

Late Registration, postmarked after April 1 or onsite
$230,Tuesday Only
$230, Wednesday Only
$280, Two Days, entire conference

By registering,you agree to the terms of our photo release policy listed under Conference Info. 

By registering,you also agree to the current cancellation policy listed below. Your confirmation email will be sent via email. Attendees must log-in to register - if you have issues logging-in, please contact [email protected] for assistance

All cancellations must be received in writing email, and are subject to a 10% cancellation fee. If you cancel with 1-6 business days notice, between April 8th and April 15th, you will receive a 50% refund.  No refunds will be issued after the conference begins.  Send cancellation notices to [email protected] .

In support of improving patient care, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit amount subject to change.
IPCE Credit
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 11.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

ACCME
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ANCC
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this activity for 11.0 contact hours for nurses.  Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ACPE
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this activity for 11.0 contact hours for pharmacists.  Pharmacists should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

APA
This program is co-sponsored by the American Psychological Association for continuing education credit. The American Psychological Association retains responsibility for the program.  This activity is designated for 11.0 APA CE Credits.

Social Workers
This course is approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative.                  
Course approval #: 120618-00
Up to 11 hours may be earned, but the following workshops are NOT approved for social work credit: D3, E3, F1

SCECHs
This course is approved for up to 11 Michigan State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs) for each program offering. Participants will need to attend the entire program to receive the maximum number of SCECHs.  State Program Approval # is 20186220

For those who are seeking SCECH credits, there is a $20 recording fee per person.

Participants can pay this fee with a credit card at the link below. Once on this site, they just search for "35th Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference" and then following the steps to pay for the SCECH recording fee. https://eup-register.wmich.edu/wmich-prodev/course/course.aspx?catId=9

AFC
Administrator Credit The state no longer accredits individual conferences for AFC Administrator Credits. We recommend the following workshops for your Continuing Education: A1, A2, A6, B1, B4, B5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, E1, E2, E6, F3, F4, F5, F6

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists:  In support of improving patient care, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Attire

Since meeting room temperatures and personal comfort levels vary considerably, it is recommended that you dress in layers and bring a sweater.

Parking

Parking  is available in the parking ramp immediately adjacent to the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center.

Messages

Messages for conference attendees can be left with the operator at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center at (517) 432-4000.

ADA

To request disability accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call (269) 337-4305.

Two week’s advance notice is appreciated.

For disability accommodation in lodging, please contact the hotel reservations desk.

Photo Release
A photographer will be present at the Developmental Disabilities Conference. Therefore, please note that any photographs taken at the Developmental Disabilities Conference may be used in future Developmental Disabilities Conference publications, on the Developmental Disabilities Conference website, or in other Developmental Disabilities Conference materials. Attendance or participation in the Developmental Disabilities Conference constitutes an agreement with the Developmental Disabilities Conference by the registrant for the Developmental Disabilities Conference to use and distribute the registrant’s image in photographs or other electronic media of such events and activities.

Certificates

Record of Attendance Certificates will be available upon completion of an online evaluation form.  Paper certificates will not be distributed at the conference.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (11.00 hours), APA CE Credits (11.00 hours), Continuing Nursing Credit- ANCC (11.00 hours), Continuing Pharmacy Education ACPE (11.00 hours), General Attendance (11.00 hours), IPCE Credit (11.00 hours), Other Learner Attendance (11.00 hours), Social Work (11.00 hours)

Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, $114.  Reservations may be made by phone at (800) 875-5090 or (517) 432-4000.  Reservations also may be made online at http://www.kelloggcenter.com/.  This rate is guaranteed through March , 2019.  The Group Rate Code is: 1904DEVELO.

ONLINE RESERVATION INSTRUCTIONS
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+ Go to www.kelloggcenter.com
+ Click on the “Reservations” link at the top of the page
+ Select "Check availability and book now!" link
+ Enter arrival, departure, rooms, and number of adults and children
+ Select “Click Here for Special Rates” and enter your Group Code: 1904DEVELO

+ Click “Check Availability”

For special requests, reservations outside of the conference dates, or reservations after the room block release date, please call our reservations department at 800-875-5090.

PHONE RESERVATION INSTRUCTIONS
+ Call 800-875-5090 and refer to the Group Code:  1904DEVELO or Block Name: Developmental Disabilities 35th Annual Conference
+ Representatives are available Monday through Friday 7:30am-7:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm

The Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center is located on Harrison Road on the campus of Michigan State University.  From I-496, take the Trowbridge exit.  Turn left on Harrison Road at the first traffic light.  After passing through three traffic lights, the Center will be located on the right.  For more detail, click here.

The DD Conference receives funding in part by the following companies, which had no control over the conference content:

Developmental Enhancement Behavioral Health
Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan
Hanger Clinic
InPro Insurance Group, Inc
Great Lakes Center for Autism Treatment and Research
This End Up Furniture Co

Thank you for your support of the Developmental Disabilities Conference!