Overview

You Are Invited!

Combine your drive to put into place new discoveries in technology and protocols in treatment of Brain Injury with an exciting opportunity to attend the 10th Annual Brain Injuries conference. Despite advances in rehabilitative therapies for brain injury, clinicians are still challenged by many roadblocks in their patients' recovery process. Timely and evidence-based treatments make a difference in functional outcomes. How do you improve treatment adherence? What new modalities have emerged for vegetative and minimally conscious states? What treatment models are being used by the military? Attend the 10th Annual Brain Injuries conference to learn timely and evidence-based treatments and make a difference in your patient's quality of life!

What makes the 2011 conference a must attend event?

• A selection of two Preconferences:
  • Using Technology in Brain Injury Rehabilitation – an interactive Preconference using laptop technology and other assistive devices, bringing rehabilitation into the home for individuals with neurological injuries. Expand rehabilitation options for your patients!
  • Workshop on Evidence-Based Cognitive Rehabilitation Manual for Therapists, developed by the Brain Injury – Interdisciplinary Special Interest Group. This Preconference will be presented by several of the specialists who developed the manual, due for release by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine in 2011.
• Explore the connection between brain injury and addiction, and advance your skills in behavioral management.
• Extend treatment and support of brain injured patients via telephone interventions and internet programs.
• Discover expanded treatment, including Seated Tai Chi and the power of awareness.
• Choose from 20 Concurrent Sessions on a wide variety of topics.
• Participate in an optional Roundtable Luncheon with the Faculty – a chance to discuss your complex cases with experts.
• Network with experienced clinicians from multidisciplinary backgrounds.

Meet and interact with colleagues who can provide new resources for professional support. Revitalize yourself to do the work you know and love, and make an even greater difference in the lives of patients and their families. Mark your calendar now, share this information with your team members, and plan to attend what promises to be a dynamic educational experience!

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

At the completion of the conference, participants will be able to:

• Examine the best practices in cognitive rehabilitation, and the use of treatment theory and enablement theory to achieve outcomes that matter to the patient.
• Describe methods to manage behaviorally challenging patients.
• List key elements of healthcare reform and the impact on rehabilitation services for brain injury patients.
• Describe the benefits of CRATER therapy and how it can best be used for your patients.
• Describe ways to reduce family stress by educating the family and enhancing the support system for brain injured patients.
• Recognize safety risks patients face when returning to home and community after brain injury and plan strategies to manage or reduce these risks.
• Explore options for management of depression and fatigue post brain injury.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

EMAIL UPDATES

If you are not currently receiving Online CE Library or conference information and updates via email, please go to http://www.contemporaryforums.com/en/Email- Updates/.You will then be notified of all conferences as soon as they are announced as well as have access to special promotions. All email addresses are for Reed Elsevier use only. Contemporary Forums is a division of Reed Elsevier.

Conference Program

Wednesday, September 28 | Thursday, September 29 | Friday, September 30 | Saturday, Oct 1

PRECONFERENCE A

Using Technology in Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Wednesday, September 28

This interactive Preconference will explore laptop technology and other assistive devices that can be used by patients and families to improve function and innovative support for individuals with neurological injuries. Use of innovative internet technologies brings rehabilitation into the home and improves function and independence. Course topics include a demonstration of tools, accessibility features that are built into the operating systems, resources available on the web and case studies to illustrate application and family education. Accessibility on both the PC and the Mac will be discussed. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops or internet accessible devices to gain hands-on experience. Internet connection will be wireless.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• List the benefits of assistive technology as a therapeutic tool in the rehabilitation of the brain injury patient.
• Describe rehabilitation assistive technology options and the functional purpose of each option.
• Identify patient and family TBI education materials available on the web.

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PRECONFERENCE B

Workshop on the Evidence-Based Cognitive Rehabilitation Manual for Therapists

Wednesday, September 28

This Preconference will review the new evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation protocols for individuals with acquired brain injury based on the Manual for Cognitive Rehabilitation (2010; American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine). Clinical protocols are based on the Brain Injury Interdisciplinary Special Interest Group systematic review of the literature. Treatment strategies are graded based on the strength of empirical evidence to support their use. Presentations will include video-taped examples to enhance learning.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Define three principles of cognitive rehabilitation.
• List proven clinical intervention practices based on the evidence for disorders of attention, memory, executive functions, social communication and neglect.
• Identify components of effective goals and objective writing for treatment planning and implementation.
• Generate strategies for measuring client performance on provided interventions.

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MAIN CONFERENCE

Thursday, September 29

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Friday, September 30

During each Concurrent Session, 4 topics are presented simultaneously in separate rooms. Sessions are limited in size. Choices are assigned in the order received. Indicate your selections on the Registration Form.

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Saturday, October 1

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Conference Faculty

Accreditation

A Certificate of Attendance will be available online after you complete the course requirements, enabling you to register your credit with the appropriate licensing boards or associations. To apply for credit not listed below, use the procedure established by the specific organization.

1 Hour = .1 CEU • 1 CEU = 10 Hours

Nurses and Nurse Practitioners

Preconference A: 6.25 ANCC/7.5 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference B: 6.25 ANCC/7.5 CA BRN contact hours
Main Conference: 17.5 ANCC/21 CA BRN contact hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 ANCC/1.2 CA BRN contact hours

Contemporary Forums is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Contemporary Forums is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #04516.
(CA BRN contact hour = 50 minutes)

Occupational Therapists

Preconference A: .625 CEUs
Preconference B: .625 CEUs
Main Conference: 1.75 CEUs
Roundtable Luncheon: .1 CEUs

This program is approved by Contemporary Forums, American Occupational Therapy Association Approved Provider #3273. Assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapists

Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 6.25 hours
Main Conference: 17.5 hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 hour

The Physical Therapy Board of California recognizes Contemporary Forums as an Approval Agency to approve providers of Continuing Competency Courses in California.

This course is approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.

Physicians

Preconference A: 6.25 credits
Preconference B: 6.25 credits
Main Conference: 17.5 credits
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 credit

Contemporary Forums is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Contemporary Forums designates this live activity for a maximum of 24.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with CA Assembly Bill No. 1195, conference faculty have been advised to include content related to cultural and linguistic competency in the practice of medicine within their presentations, where appropriate.

Physician Assistants

Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 6.25 hours
Main Conference: 17.5 hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 hour

The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant Category 1 hours toward the Physician's Recognition Award. PAs may report up to the listed hours of credit.

Psychologists

Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 6.25 hours
Main Conference: 17.5 hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 hour

Contemporary Forums is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Contemporary Forums maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Special Educators

Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 6.25 hours
Main Conference: 17.5 hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 hour

There are no standard requirements for continuing education credit for educators, and guidelines vary by district. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance verifying your attendance at this course. Contact your governing agencies regarding guidelines for registering your credit.

Social Workers/Marriage, Family & Child Counselors

Preconference A: 6.25 CE credit hours
Preconference B: 6.25 CE credit hours
Main Conference: 17.5 CE credit hours
Roundtable Luncheon: 1 hour

This conference has been approved by the Washington Chapter, National Association of Social Workers (NASW) for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Provider #1975-148.

This course meets the qualifications for continuing education credit hours for Marriage, Family & Child Counselors and/or Licensed Clinical Social Workers as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE771.

Case Managers, Certified Disability Management Specialists and Certified Rehabilitation Specialists

Application has been made to the Commission for Case Manager Certification, the Commission for Disability Management Specialist Certification and the Commission for the Certification of Rehabilitation Counselors.

Speech Pathologists

Preconference A: .625 CEUs
Preconference B: .625 CEUs
Main Conference: 1.75 CEUs
Roundtable Luncheon: .1 CEUs

(Various level, Professional level)

Exhibits

We are inviting a group of companies and organizations with professionally relevant products, services or career opportunities to exhibit at this conference. The schedule provides time for one-on-one discussions at each exhibit. For exhibit space availability or additional information:

• Call the Exhibitor Information Line: (925) 361- 4807
• Email: exhibits@cforums.com
• Visit: http://www.contemporaryforums.com/en/Exhibitors/

Location

San Francisco

San Francisco...one of the most fascinating, cosmopolitan and romantic cities in the world. There is so much to see and do -- explore Fisherman's Wharf with the frenetic energy of fishing boats, street performers and artists. Watch the African penguin feeding at the Steinhart Aquarium, the oldest grand municipal aquarium in America. Pier 39 is an extravaganza of shops and restaurants, where you'll be amazed at the antics of hundreds of sea lions frolicking and basking in the sun. From here you can hop on a cable car and take in sweeping views of the bay, Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge.

You won't want to miss Golden Gate Park and its gem, the de Young Museum, a state-of-the-art facility that integrates art, architecture and the natural landscape and showcases priceless collections of American art and special exhibitions. The neighborhoods of San Francisco offer a special look at the city's ethnic identities. Spend some time in Chinatown where fish markets, tea and herb shops and exotic produce stalls spill onto the street, or North Beach, the Italian quarter, where you can join locals at an outdoor café for espresso and pastry or wander in and out of the tempting delis, bakeries and pasta houses. For an amazing view of the city's landscape, hike up Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower.

Your trip to San Francisco would not be complete without a shopping spree and this city offers many opportunities for that! From the delightful boutiques of Union and Chestnut Streets to the designer shops on Union Square, you will not be disappointed.

Evenings in San Francisco are beyond compare as you explore the variety of restaurants, clubs, and theater offerings. San Francisco has a love affair with food and you will find a wide range of cuisines, pricing, and restaurant styles. After dinner, head to trendy SoMa, the "see and be seen" club scene where you can duck into a club too cool to post its name above the door or dance at one of the warehouses reworked to stage live music. Or head back to North Beach and take in Beach Blanket Babylon, the quirky, entertaining and riotously funny musical revue of San Francisco.

Conference headquarters will be the dramatic Hyatt Regency San Francisco, with its impressive 20-story garden atrium lobby and a view from every room. Surrounded by a multitude of shops and restaurants, the hotel is within walking distance of many attractions, including the newly renovated Ferry Building, bustling with a Farmer's Market, gourmet shops and restaurants. From here historic streetcars amble along the Embarcadero waterfront with spectacular views of the Bay Bridge. Or you can board a ferry for a scenic trip to Sausalito or Tiburon, where the quaint shops and restaurants are set in Victorian style along the waterfront and the sunsets are magnificent. The California Street cable car line and Embarcadero BART station are steps from the lobby of the hotel, giving you easy access to all the unique sites and sounds of San Francisco.

Plan to extend your stay and drive one hour north for wine-tasting in the world famous Napa and Sonoma Valley vineyards, or south down the rugged California coast to Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur for spectacular ocean views. For more information about San Francisco and the surrounding areas, visit www.sfvisitor.org.

Hotel/Travel

Hotel Accommodations

The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco, 5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA 94111. A limited block of rooms is being held for you and your guests at special group rates which will be in effect, based on room availability, from Sept. 23 to Oct. 2 for those wishing to extend their stay to enjoy area activities or qualify for discount airfares.

Rates: $219 single, $239 double
Rates are per room and subject to prevailing state and local taxes.

To obtain the special group rates, make your reservation early and before the "hotel room block release date" which is Sept. 5. Rooms may sell out before this date so be sure to make your reservation now. After the release date, rooms and group rates may no longer be available so call the hotel regarding availability.

Reserve your hotel room online here.

For room reservations, call (800) 233-1234 and inform them that you are attending the Contemporary Forums' conference on Brain Injuries. Request a confirmation number and written confirmation of your reservation. Reservations must include a first night's deposit.

Contact the hotel regarding cancellation policy. For arrivals after 3 p.m., call the hotel on the day of travel to reconfirm reservations.

For additional hotel information, call the Hyatt Regency San Francisco at (415) 788-1234.

Travel Discounts

Contemporary Forums has a special discount agreement with United Airlines unavailable to the general public. To obtain these special conference fares call the Special Meeting Desk at (800) 521-4041, Account Code 510CW.

Hertz is the official car rental agency for the conference. Special rates will be in effect throughout the conference as well as one week before and after. For special rates, call HERTZ at (800) 654-2240 and refer to Contemporary Forums plus the conference discount code CV# 03000258.

Fees

Registrations must include full tuition payment to be accepted. Registrations faxed without payment will not be processed. Confirmation is sent by email if your completed registration form and payment are received one week before the conference begins. Since conference registration and hotel rooms are limited, early registration is advised.

Out of consideration to registrants, children of any age and spouses may not attend the sessions.

Tuition (U.S. Funds)

*Postmarked or phone/fax/online registration and fees received on/before September 16.
Your tuition includes Certificate of Attendance and refreshment breaks.

Group Discounts (Mail, fax or call in together. Online registration is not available.)

Tuition discounts are given to groups of 3 or more registering for the complete Main Conference. To qualify for the group discount, all registration information must be complete for all group members, payment included and forms sent together. If faxing, list all group members on cover sheet. Subtract the discount from the tuition fee. Groups may not be formed after individual registrations are received.

$25 per person discount for 3 or 4 in a group
$45 per person discount for 5 or more in a group

Method of Tuition Payment

Make payment by check (payable to Contemporary Forums and enclose with Registration Form), Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or Purchase Order. A $30 fee is charged for any returned check. Personal checks are NOT accepted at the conference. Purchase Orders must be received with registration by the conference date and include the P.O. number, invoice address, tuition, approval signature, contact name, email address and phone number.

Register Online, or by Phone, Fax or Mail (Payment is required to register.)

Register only ONCE, online at www.contemporaryforums.com, by mail or fax (800) 329-9923, or call (800) 377-7707, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time). Before calling, complete all registration information.

Tax Deductibility

Expenses of training, tuition, travel, lodging and meals to maintain or improve professional skills may be TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
Consult your tax advisor.

Partial Attendance (Online registration is not available.)

Call Contemporary Forums for tuition and CE credit for individual days. Group discounts do not apply. Registrations may not be shared.

Cancellations

Cancellations may be made by phone or in writing. Cancellations received on/before August 17 receive a full tuition refund. Cancellations received after August 17 are assessed a $20 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations received after the conference begins or for "no shows." If this meeting is cancelled for any reason, including labor strikes or acts of God, liability is limited to a full refund of registration fees.

Program Changes

Contemporary Forums reserves the right to make necessary changes in speakers, topics or schedule. The most current program can be found on our website.

Questions?

Contact Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) or email info@cforums.com.

If you require special arrangements at this conference, call (800) 377-7707, at least 30 days prior to the conference.