Alternatives Conference Call for Presentations

 

Alternatives Conference to be held in Austin, Texas 

December 4 - 7, 2013

 

  Call for Presentations Now Available!

Proposals due June 28, 2013 

 

The National Empowerment Center is proud to announce Alternatives 2013. The national mental health conference organized by and for those in the mental health consumer/survivor/peer recovery movement, will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Austin, Texas, from Wednesday, December 4, to Saturday, December 7, 2013.
       

Famous for its lively creative scene and progressive social climate, Austin is a fitting location for a conference focused on revitalizing ourselves and our communities. Austin’s friendly accepting culture of individual expression has made it a vibrant and eclectic creative center and haven for people of all walks of life.
 

The theme of Alternatives 2013 is:  Building Inclusive Communities: Valuing Every Voice.
 
Our individual and collective wellness is enhanced through creating caring, resilient, and strong communities that honor and embrace diversity. This year’s theme reflects the importance of valuing each individual as we build inclusive communities. Alternatives 2013 will serve as a catalyst for reenergizing our communities by providing opportunities to share skills and information about innovative peer-delivered supports, community-building initiatives, mental health recovery, wellness, and systems change.

Stay tuned for future announcements on: 

• The scholarship application process
• Caucus and exhibit applications
• Hotel registration information
• Keynote speakers 
• Detailed conference schedule
• And much more!

More information and updates available at www.power2u.org/Alternatives2013

  

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Tel: 1-800-POWER2U Email: info4@power2u.org Web: www.power2u.org

 

Funded by: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Center for Mental Health Services
www.samhsa.gov

 

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AATOD Conference

Let Recovery Ring in a New Era

November 9 – 13, 2013

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS DEADLINE EXTENSION:
      Monday, January 28, 2013 Close of Business
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
      January 31, 2013Conference Objectives:

• To discuss the impact of health care reform on the delivery of MAT services and on individuals, families and communities
• To identify and provide new information of critical importance to the field and evaluate its implications for patients, clinicians, administrators, and policy makers
• To facilitate the integration of medication assisted recovery into medical care delivery models
• To demonstrate techniques and highlight programs for improving clinical and program administration, and patient outcomes
• To promote/encourage the benefits of community and healthcare/wellness partnerships and collaborations

Conference Features:  

• Letter From Conference and Workshop Chairs
• Conference At A Glance
• Call for Presentations
• Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities
• Conference Registration
• Hotel Information/Reservations
• CME/CEH Fees
• Audio Recordings
• Special Needs
• About Philadelphia
• Opioid Maintenance Pharmacotherapy: A Course for Clinicians
• Early Registration Benefits

Got to the AATOD website for information.