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Combined Mental Health, Social Services and Substance Abuse Conference
Sponsored by
Aberdeen Area Indian Health Service
In collaboration with
Aberdeen Area Alcohol Program Directors' Association
April 21-23. 2009
Sioux Falls Convention Center,
1101 N. West Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
The Aberdeen Area Indian Health Service in collaboration with the Aberdeen Area Alcohol Program Directors' Association is announcing a Combined Mental Health, Social Services and Substance Abuse Conference.
Register Now!
Program Description & Objectives | Intended Audience | Conference Agenda | Continuing Education Hours | Presenter Information | Registration Information | Location and Accomodations | Contact Us
Program Description
The central focus of the 2009 conference is to bring people together to develop innovative techniques that will positively impact the behavioral health of American Indian/Alaska.
Conference Objectives and skills to be gained
This conference is designed to provide new skills, resources, techniques, methodologies and resources for treating the causes and effects of issues such as substance abuse and dependence; family and generational issues; Elder Care, Huffing, Suicide Prevention, Pain Medication Addiction, Home Health Care, Talking Circle, Burnout, Ethics, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Intra personal Skills. The information shared will cover clinical practice; evaluation of existing practices in the field of mental and behavioral health. A special emphasis will be placed on native cultures and communities.
Intended Audience
- Substance Abuse Counselors
- Mental Health Counselors/Practitioners
- Licensed Professional Counselors
- Psychologists
- Psychiatrists
- Marriage and Family Therapists
- Behavioral Health Workers and Administrators
- Social Workers
- Prevention Specialists
- Assessment Specialists
- Criminal Justice Professionals
Conference Agenda
Download the IHS Behavorial Health Conference Agenda.
Continuing Education Hours
This conference is designed for mental health, behavioral health, substance abuse and psychology professionals. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Academic Conferences is granting 17 clock hours for attendance at the whole conference. You will each receive a certificate of attendance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln signifying our approved hours. Approval for continuing education credit has been submitted to other agencies. You may also need to apply for individual approval of this course for credit toward your continuing education. Hours awarded by these agencies may vary.
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Presenter Information
This conference will feature a wide range of noted experts and innovators in the fields of behavioral and mental health.
Registration Information
Federal Employees: registration fee will be waived for Federal Employees. The 3-day registration will include attendance to all 3 days programs, breaks, and conference t-shirt and tote bag. Federal Employees will need to purchase the banquet ticket separately. The ticket price is $25.00. This can be done online and payment can be made at the conference. If you have questions, please call.
Full Conference Registration for all other attendees, Tribal, Private and Professional: The 3-day registration fee will include attendance to all 3 days programs, breaks, and conference t-shirt and tote bag, and banquet ticket. Full 3-day registration fee - $229
Payment Options: We accept VISA, MasterCard, Purchase Orders, and Checks. If paying by Purchase Order or Check, please make payable to: The University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Registration Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation notice immediately after completing your online registration. If you do not receive this confirmation notice then you are NOT registered for this conference. Please contact us.
Special Requirements: Please use our Comment section at the end of your Registration for any special dietary or accessibility requirements.
Refund Policy: If you register but cannot attend, call (402) 472-2423. Cancellations will be accepted until one week prior and registration fees will be refunded, less a $30 processing fee. No refund requests will be accepted within one week prior to the event. A substitute may attend in your place (please contact us and provide the name of the substitute).
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Location and Accommodations
Conference Location
The conference will be held April 21-23, 2009, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1101 N. West Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Choice of Hotels
To reserve your hotel accommodations EARLY for the best rates! Space is limited. To make reservations, call the registration desks at the hotel of your choice. When making your reservation, inform them that you are attending the IHS Behavior Health Conference. Attendees will make accommodations on their own and be responsible for their own charges.
Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel
The hotel is conveniently attached to the Sioux Falls Convention Center by an enclosed, all-weather walkway.
Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel
1211 West Avenue North
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
Phone: (605) 331-0100
Fax: (605) 373-1033
Ramada Inn & Suites
Features the Buccaneer Bay Tropical Indoor Waterpark with 5 slides and heated indoor pool. The Ramada Inn & Suites is located within walking distance to the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
Ramada Inn & Suites
1301 West Russell St.
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Phone: (605) 336-1020
Contact Information
Registration Questions: (402) 472-2423
Information and General Telephone: (402) 472-5733
Email:
Fax: (402) 472-1264
Send payments to:
Academic Conference Registration
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