The Young Child With Special Needs

THE YOUNG CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Invitation

Changes within the healthcare and educational systems, as well as medical and technological advances, continue to influence the care of young children with special needs. The complexity of developmental disorders requires a combination of family-focused interventions, multidisciplinary approaches and expertise in current best practices. As professionals working with young children with developmental disabilities, we are constantly challenged to enhance our knowledge of medical and behavioral conditions, refine our assessment abilities and expand our treatment approaches.

To these challenges, we invite you to attend the 18th Annual Conference on The Young Child with Special Needs. Improve your professional skills, network with colleagues and national experts, and learn how to create a more supportive learning environment for children and their families. Take home practical strategies for delivering the most effective care in the growing field of early intervention. There is no better way to complement your skills and increase your awareness of current research as you strive to provide the best possible care for these young children and their families.

Highlights of the 2009 conference …

Two popular Preconferences: “Managing Challenging Behaviors” and “Pediatric Feeding Problems” with new speakers and topics.
24 Concurrent Sessions covering a wide variety of topics, allowing you to build an educational program to meet your professional needs and interests.
Assessment tips and intervention strategies to use in your work setting.
New perspectives and potential solutions to your daily challenges.
Opportunities for interactive, dynamic exchanges with expert faculty members.
Time to problem-solve and build professional relationships with colleagues from across the country.
A chance to relax and renew your enthusiasm so you can return to work feeling recharged, informed and ready to meet the next challenge!
Las Vegas – the sun-filled city of fun, fabulous food and headliner entertainment!

This conference will extend the scope of your professional practice as you interact with colleagues that can provide new resources for professional support. Re-energize yourself to do the work you know and love, and make a significant difference in the lives of these young children and their families. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind educational opportunity! See you in Las Vegas!

Planning Committee:

James A. Blackman, MD, MPH
Kluge Children’s Rehabilitation Center
Charlottesville, Virginia

W. Douglas Tynan, PhD, ABPP
Nemours Health & Prevention Services
Newark, Delaware

Yvonne M. Randall, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Touro University Nevada
Henderson, Nevada

Erin Sundseth Ross, PhD, CCC-SLP
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, Colorado

Margaret Blair, BSN, RN
Vice President HealthCare Programs
Contemporary Forums

Rave Reviews

“ Always a refreshing, informative conference. Can’t wait till next year to learn from more great speakers and clinicians.”
Lana K. Broome, MS, OTR/L
Clarksville, TN
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“ What a spectacular conference. The speakers were fantastic and the topics chosen were so appropriate for the children and families I see in my practice. I have the opportunity to access all the sessions, which tells me that your company cares about the quality of service that we provide to our communities.”
Carol D. Bernal, MA, CCC-SLP
Hereford, AZ
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“ Often, I come home frustrated and disappointed because a conference I attended failed to meet expectations. This conference was excellent – presentations, facilities, location, information. Couldn’t be more pleased.”
Fairy Ellis, BA
Monticello, Arkansas
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“ As a physician, we have very little training on educational and psychological interventions. I now feel much better qualified to assist my patients and families in assessing programs and to advocate for important services and interventions.”
April Joy Ping, MD
Howell, MI
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“ The interdisciplinary nature of this conference gives me new information that increases my understanding of the children’s problems and needs. The perspectives of other disciplines enriches my knowledge and understanding and improves my practice.”
Delora Collins, PhD
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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“ I was impressed by how knowledgeable all of the presenters were. This was a very well organized conference.”
Bethany Jarrell
Alamogordo, NM

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