MLC 2013 Conference Highlights and Special Events
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Advocacy/Public Policy Events
NHPCO and Hospice Action Network are proud to host:
Conversations before the Crisis: The Intersection of Family, Faith and Policy in Advance Care Planning as the premiere policy event at 2013 MLC on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 from 1:00 pm - 5:15 pm at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.
We are excited to offer the opportunity for NHPCO members to be a part of a national policy symposium on such a timely and important issue.
This national policy symposium will launch a national conversation on critical topics centered on three key themes:
- Avoiding family conflict through advance care planning;
- Exploring the faith and spiritual aspects of end-of-life decision making; and
- Acknowledging the political and economic realities of providing care in the last years of life.
Topics explored will include:
- Informed patient decision making
- Barriers to fulfilling patient wishes
- The roles of individuals and institutions in care planning
- The importance of naming a healthcare surrogate
- Creating a systematic approach to honoring the intent of an individual in his or her final months, weeks and days of life. The half-day symposium will include two non-partisan panels featuring policy makers, faith leaders, caregivers and journalists
Transportation will be provided for this event, leaving the hotel at 11:15 on Tuesday, April 23 and returning to the hotel when the event ends at 5:15 PM. Space is very limited, so be sure to register for this free event on the conference registration form.
Congressional Meetings
We recognize that many MLC attendees use the opportunity of being in DC to meet with their members of Congress, so the Hospice Action Network (HAN) will be offering support to those who wish to go to Capitol Hill on Wednesday morning. An Issue Briefing will be held on Wednesday morning, April 24, with materials available for attendees who wish to schedule their own Congressional meetings for that day.
The Hospice Action Network will not be scheduling Hill meetings or providing transportation to Capitol Hill from the Gaylord Hotel during MLC.
The FHSSA Breakfast
Come to the FHSSA breakfast on Thursday, April 25, 7:00 am-8:00 am and join us for an informative exchange with African hospice leaders and others involved in promoting hospice and palliative care in Africa and learn how you can support this work.
- Meet FHSSA staff, existing partners and special guests;
- Learn more about staff exchanges, visitations, and other projects;
- Celebrate New Program Partners;
- Meet the “FHSSA Ambassadors”
- Hear lessons learned from existing partners regarding successful partnerships; and
- Learn how you can engage your community in this important work
ALL conference participants are welcome and especially anyone interested in providing support to hospice and palliative care providers in Africa is encouraged to attend. Learn more about this event and FHSSA at www.FHSSA.org.
NHPCO Organizational Update
Join NHPCO President Don Schumacher and board leadership for an update on the issues that are most pressing to your national organization. Current trends, future expectations, organizational priorities and more will be shared during a brief presentation prior to the Opening Plenary at 8:20 AM on Thursday, April 25th. Grab your breakfast (a complimentary breakfast will be available), take a seat and settle in for an engaging and informative presentation from your national organization and its leaders.
Discipline-specific Section Meetings by NCHPP
NCHPP is an interdisciplinary-focused and discipline-specific forum supporting hospice and palliative care professionals and volunteers through the provision of resources, education, and networking opportunities. Fifteen discipline-specific NCHPP sections collaborate to enhance the field of end-of-life care, which encompasses palliative, hospice, and bereavement care. NCHPP's primary purpose, to model and enhance interdisciplinary approaches to end-of-life care, will be realized at this conference through its Section meetings, networking meetings, conference sessions, provision of NCHPP-sponsored awards, and various other activities. Become involved; meet and share ideas and suggestions, challenges and opportunities with your peers! All conference attendees are invited to attend NCHPP Section meetings on Thursday, April 25, at Noon.
NHPCO’s Career Fair
Do you have trouble finding qualified staff to fill key positions in your organization? NHPCO’s Career Fair is a great way to promote your organization and hold face-to-face meetings with experienced hospice leaders interested in making a career change. NHPCO’s Career Fair will be open during exhibit hall hours. Email exhibit@nhpco.org to learn how you can participate.
Welcome Reception with Exhibitors
What’s the “big surprise” in the 2013 MLC Exhibit Hall? You’ll have to see it to believe it! Bigger and better than ever, the Exhibit Hall opens Thursday, April 25 with a Welcome Reception from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Come have a drink on us, say hello to NHPCO President and CEO Don Schumacher and the NHPCO team. Meet the exhibitors, learn about the latest trends in services and products and experience the amazing addition to NHPCO’s Exhibit Hall that everyone will be talking about Friday morning!
Do you have a product or service that benefits the hospice/ palliative care field? For information regarding exhibit space, corporate support or Learning Journal advertising, please contact David Cherry by email at exhibit@nhpco.org or call 703/647-8509.
The National Hospice Foundation Gala
The National Hospice Foundation’s 9th Annual Gala will take place on Friday, April 26, from 6:30 pm until Midnight. The Gala attracts more than 600 attendees with a reception and formal dinner, entertainment, dessert and dancing. Back by popular demand in 2013, a live auction, will add to the excitement of the traditional silent auction!
