Call for Presentations (CFP)


Program:  Annual Conference

Dates:  June 17-18, 2010                                               Deadline:  November 1st

The Arizona Association for Home Care (AAHC) is seeking presentations for the above program.  This is your opportunity to share your knowledge, research, experience and techniques with home health care professionals.  As a presenter at this program, you will join with speakers, consultants and experts from around the state and country as well as key members of the home care community who are passionate about quality care in Arizona.  To submit your presentation abstract for consideration, please review the requirements and then submit your proposal via the form below.  Presentations are reviewed by a selection committee and invitations to present are extended upon final approval.  All applicants will receive notification by January 31, 2010.  We greatly appreciate your support and involvement in the association.  If you have questions, please contact Marie Fredette in the AAHC Office at (480) 491-0540.

Who We Are: 
The Arizona Association for Home Care is the statewide, nonprofit membership organization representing home health care providers and professionals in Arizona.   

Program Format & Audience: 
This 1.5 day conference features general sessions on a variety of topics appropriate for home health agency owners, administrators, supervisors, nurses, QA and administrative staff.   

 

Schedule (tentative): 

Day 1
9:00 a.m.   Keynote Address
10:15 a.m. Session A
11:15 a.m. Annual Meeting & Lunch
1:00 p.m.   Session B
2:00 p.m.   Session C
3:00 p.m.   Session D
4:00 p.m.   Special Guest

Day 2
8:00 a.m.   Session E
9:00 a.m.   Session F
10:00 a.m. Session G
11:00 a.m.  Session H
12:00 p.m.  Closing Session

 

How You Will Benefit as a Presenter:
Presenters at the program will receive:
·Visibility and Recognition as a Content Leader in home health care.
·Opportunities to share experiences, ideas and lessons learned with health care professionals.
·Complimentary registration* for the Conference & Display Table in Session Room
(*applies to first presenter; additional presenters for the same session will be charged the regular program rate).

Presentation Format:
The ideal presentation will be 45 minutes in length with an additional 15-minutes for Q & A. 
Presenters are encouraged to make their presentations interactive.

Requirements:   

1.    Presentation Abstract:  Include a brief summary for promotional purposes plus a more detailed listing of the presentation for the CE applications including:  key learner’s objectives, content outline for each objective; and teaching methods, strategies, materials, and resources for each objective. 

2.    Speaker Profile:  Including CV or Resume and a Biography.

3.    Session Preference:  Indicate your preference (see schedule above). 

4.    Audio-Visual:  Presenters will have a microphone, table and flipchart available for use.  A laptop and LCD projector will be provided for those using a PowerPoint presentation.  Please indicate any additional audio-visual equipment that will be needed.  Note:  presentations must be received electronically at least 3 days prior to the program as presenters will not be able to use their own laptop computer. 

5.    Materials:  Handouts beyond copies of slides are encouraged, especially those that are models, samples, etc.  Indicate the nature of any materials that will be distributed (i.e., number of pages, format, etc.).

 


Tip:  It is recommended that you first write your proposal in MS word and then "cut & paste" your proposal into the fields provided in the online form.  If you need assistance, please contact Marie Fredette in the AAHC office at (480) 491-0540.



First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *
Organizaton/Company *
Credentials/Degree *
Current Position *
Address *
City *
State *
Zip Code *

Session Preference *

Refer to above schedule for times.  To select more than one, hold the Ctrl Key down while clicking with the mouse.

Presentation Title *

8 words or less.

 

Presentation Brief Description *

50 words or less.
 

Key Learner Objectives *

List in outline format the 3-5 specific knowledge/skills attendees can expect to gain in behavioral terms.  Listed objectives should complete the following sentence:  "At the completion of this session, participants will be able to...

Example:

Objective A: 
Objective B:
Objective C:

 

Content Outline for Each Objective *

List the content outline for each objective.  Include specifics on how the objective will be achieved.
Example:

Objective A:  
     1.  
     2.

 

Teaching Methods/Resources *

Presenters will have a hand-held microphone, table and flipchart available for use.  A laptop and LCD projector will be provided for those using a PowerPoint presentation (select LCD below).  Please indicate any additional audio-visual equipment that will be needed.  
 
AV Needs *

A/V - Other


Presenter Information


Presenter Biography *
150 words or less - will be included in promotional materials and be used as your introduction at the program.

Please email your CV or Resume to info@azhomecare.org and then check this box to indicate it has been sent.
CV or Resume Emailed *


 

Do any of the Presenters have a potential Conflict of Interest? *
If Yes, Describe the potential conflict of interest:

 
Resolution of Conflict of Interest *

By checking this box I agree that I have disclosed all potential conflicts of interest and that I will present information fairly and without bias.

 

Will you be discussing any Off-label Uses of Therapeutic Intervention? *
If Yes, you must disclose this information during your presentation. How will you do this?
Disclosure - Other


By checking this box, I am providing my electronic signature approving all the information entered above confirming that all of the information above is accurate and giving consent for AAHC to indicate my electronic signature on any CE applications completed for this program.  I have identified all potential conflicts of interests and for those conflicts of interest that could bias my presentation I agree to abide by the resolution of conflict that I have indicated above. 

Electronic Signature *




 


Advancing Quality Home Care   |  For more info, call AAHC at (480) 491-0540