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CONFERENCE NOTES
Conference Chair:
Pat Caufman
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The Association of Health Facility Survey Agencies invites
you to our 39th annual conference. Our Program will enhance your professional
experience and exploration well beyond what each could do singularly. Join us in
San Antonio, Texas and enjoy your colleagues and the wonderful city of San
Antonio.
Conference Objectives:
To bring practical and relevant information to State survey agency managers and
directors on Federal requirements, legal issues, emerging issues in healthcare
delivery within health facilities, and survey concerns. To network with other
agencies for improving the quality of care and services provided by health care
facilities, agencies, and programs by ensuring the established standards and
regulations are met.
Conference Location:
The conference will be held at the Drury Plaza Inn, San Antonio,
Texas. A block of sleeping rooms has
been arranged for this conference. When making hotel reservations mention
that you are attending the Association of Health Facility Survey Agencies
(AHFSA) 39th Annual Training Conference in order to receive the special
lodging rate. There is a single or double occupancy rate not to exceed
$100 plus tax. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and checkout is 11:00
AM. There is $15 charge for
overnight parking.
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The cut off date for reservations is
Wednesday, September,
9, 2009.
The Hotel telephone number is (800
325-0720) for
reservations, specify hotel location and reference AHFSA. To reserved
online go to
www.druryhotels.com, click on "Book it
Fast", then enter group number 2015947. A one-night deposit is required for all reservations. Reservation
cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the convention date to avoid a no-show fee of
one night’s room and tax being charged. For extended stay reservations a $50.00
early departure fee will be charged unless the hotel is notified at or before
check-in of any change in the planned length of stay.
Climate:
The average daily high is about 75 degrees and
the average daily low is about 60 degrees. Relative humidity is around
70 %.Conference Registration Policy :
All conference registration fees will be refunded with a written cancellation
request postmarked by September 25, 2009. No refunds will be issued for
cancellations made after September 25, 2009. The fees remain the same if you are
unable to attend and wish to make a substitution.
Ground Transportation:
There is shuttle
service from the San Antonio Airport to the Drury Plaza Hotel.
- Estimated taxi
fare: 22.00 USD (one way)
Special Assistance:
We will be happy to assist you with any special needs (I.e., physical, dietary).
Please identify any special needs on your registration form.
Additional Information:
Recommended dress is business casual.
Things To Do -
San Antonio
Activities
San Antonio
Attractions
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Schedule at a Glance
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Sunday, October 4th, 2009 |
| 3:00 PM -
5:00 PM |
Registration |
| 6:00 PM -
9:00 PM |
Reception |
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Monday, October 5th, 2009 |
| 8:30 AM -
8:45 AM |
Welcome |
| 8:45 AM -
10:00 AM |
Keynote
Speaker |
| 10:15 AM
- 11:30 AM |
Breakout
Sessions |
| 11:30 AM
- 1:30 PM |
Luncheon |
| 1:30 PM -
4:15 PM |
Breakout
Sessions |
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 |
| 8:30 AM -
9:45 AM |
General
Session |
| 10:00 AM
- 11:15 AM |
Breakout
Sessions |
| 11:30 AM
- 1:30 PM |
Promising Practices/Awards
Luncheon |
| 1:30 PM -
2:00 PM |
AHFSA
Business Meeting |
| 2:00 PM -
3:30 PM |
Presentations |
| 3:30 PM -
4:30 PM |
State
Agency/Regional Office Meetings |
| 4:30 PM -
5:30PM |
CMS/AHFSA
Leadership Meeting |
| 3:30 PM -
5:30 PM |
2008
Conference Planning Committee |
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Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 |
| 8:30 AM -
11:30 AM |
CMS
Presentations |
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