Event Details

2012 Michigan Chapter NADONA/LTC Annual Convocation & Expo

This event is professionally managed by the Health Care Association of Michigan (HCAM).

Welcome

MI-NADONA/LTC invites you to join nearly 200 of your professional colleagues

at this year’s convocation November 7-9 at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire, MI.  This year’s theme represents the multiple responsibilities DON’s must prioritize and reprioritize on a daily basis to assure quality care.  Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to share ideas, best practices and collaborate to resolve the issues of today.

Highlights

Tuesday, Nov. 6
Early arrivals are invited to join the MI-NADONA/LTC Board of Directors and relax during the Welcome Networking Bonfire

Wednesday, Nov. 7
Keynote speaker, Jeanette Klemczak, will discuss the implications of the MDCH Task Force recommendations for Nursing Practice

Join us in celebrating & recognizing this year’s award recipients at the Award & Recognition Luncheon

Experience a presentation on Mobile Technology direct from the National NADONA Convocation!

Indulge in Spa Treatments including Massages, Paraffin Treatments, Nail Polish Applications and a Complimentary Drink Ticket for the Evening Signature Drink

Get Cozy with Movie Night including popcorn, hot cocoa and cash bar

Thursday, Nov. 8
Learn about Health Care Reform during a presentation direct from the National NADONA Convocation!

Experience the unparalleled networking of the Annual Vendor Expo

It’s a Closing Night Celebration First! Experience the thrill of Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. The Murder Mystery Company is the nation’s most popular mystery group.  Come investigate the most popular theater experience.  Bring your detective hat, magnifying glass and appetite...this will be one KILLER night!

Following the Murder Mystery Dinner, there will be Live Acoustic Entertainment by the bonfire with s’mores and a cash bar

Friday, Nov. 9
Don’t forget to bid on spectacular items in the Silent Auction!

Continuing Education
This year’s Convocation will provide participants the opportunity to earn up to 12 nurse contact hours. 

HCAM is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 

Participants may also earn up to 12 licensed nursing home administrator contact hours. 

Final determination of contact hour approval will be outlined in the on-site program booklet. 

LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS - SECURE BY OCTOBER 8
Please secure your hotel reservation directly with Shanty Creek Resort located at 5780 Shanty Creek Road, Bellaire, MI  49615.  A block of rooms has been reserved for participants at the discounted group rate of $91 per night plus applicable taxes if secured prior to October 8.  Shanty Creek Resort can be reached directly at (800) 678-4111.  Parking is complimentary.  For your convenience, Shanty Creek Resort offers complimentary shuttle service to/from downtown Bellaire. 

To secure your lodging accommodations now, please submit the Guest Room Reservation Form (see page 11).  The Guest Room Reservation Form is also posted to the association website at www.HCAM.org.  You may also secure your lodging accommodations online at http://reserve.shantycreek.com/?g=134144.  Telephone reservations cannot be accepted. 

Conference Attire
Casual business attire is appropriate for the whole of this conference.  Please remember that conference room temperatures are difficult to regulate; please dress in layers for your comfort. Warm clothing is recommended for participation in the evening outdoor bonfires. 

Printing Session Materials
Since 2010, in an effort to be environmentally responsible, HCAM is trying to reduce the amount of paper used at educational programs.  Electronic program materials and handouts will be accessible online at the association website at www.HCAM.org, before, during and following the conclusion of this program for registered participants to access and print.  It is at the sole discretion of each presenter to provide program materials and handouts.  Instructions on how to access and print program materials will be e-mailed via “Know Before You Go” to all registered participants (if e-mail address is provided on registration form) in the weeks leading up to the conference.

Certification Examination
Since 1989, NADONA/LTC has certified directors of nursing and assist and directors of nursing for long-term care facilities.  More than 1,800 professionals have been certified through this program.  For more information about the Certified Director of Nursing in

Long-Term Care examination or to register to become a NADONA/LTC member, please visit www.NADONA.org. 

2012 HCAM REGISTRATION POLICIES:  PLEASE REVIEW PRIOR TO SUBMITTING YOUR REGISTRATION FORM

Registration    
Please utilize the form on the back cover to register for the 2012 MI-Chapter NADONA/LTC & Expo. Please mail or fax completed registration forms.   

Early Registration Deadline
The discounted early registration rate is available to current NADONA members or associate partners only, whose registration is received by HCAM by October 8.

Event Confirmation
After your registration form has been processed, an event confirmation will be faxed to your attention. Please be sure to include a current fax number with area code on the form. If you do not receive a confirmation within 14 business days of submitting your registration form to our office, please contact HCAM via e-mail at eventconfirmation@hcam.org.

Payment & Applicable Rate
All registration fees are due at the time of registration. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. We will also accept a check or money order payable to HCAM.  Incorrect rates will be adjusted to reflect the correct applicable rate and automatically charged accordingly.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
All refund requests must be made in writing by e-mail to the attention of Denise Cook at DeniseCook@hcam.org. Telephone cancellations will NOT be accepted. Individual registration fees, less a 25% processing fee, will be refunded for cancellations received in writing prior to Oct. 8.  Cancellations received after Oct. 8 and no-show registrants, will not receive a refund nor a credit to a future program.                                                         

Substitutions
Individuals registered to attend this conference, but unable to attend, may send an alternate in their place. Please contact HCAM via e-mail at eventconfirmation@hcam.org with the first and last name, title, facility/company and e-mail addresses of both you and your substitute to process this request. 

Dietary Restrictions and/or Special Accommodations
Individuals with special dietary restrictions, or those who require special accommodations to fully participate in this conference, should contact HCAM in writing by e-mail to DeniseCook@hcam.org no later than Oct. 8, detailing their request or restriction. It is the responsibility of each participant to notify banquet staff of their dietary request at each meal on-site. 

Overnight Accommodations
To secure your hotel reservation, please use the Guest Room Reservation form provided on page 11 or see above for more information. 

Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at, or participating in, HCAM or NADONA events and/or activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to HCAM and NADONA’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities. 

Questions
Should you have questions, please contact Denise Cook by phone at (517) 622-6193 or by e-mail at DeniseCook@hcam.org prior to the conference.