Summer 2018

4 HCAOA The Voice MEMBER NEWS Alyssa Dver American Confidence Institute AMUST-ATTEND MEETING for the home care industry, the HCAOA Annual Leadership Conference will be held in Washington, DC—home of the HCAOA National Headquarters. HCAOA moved its headquarters to Washington, DC in 2015, renewing its commitment to advocacy on behalf of the home care industry. This year’s theme, The Voice of Home Care for American Families: Advocating for Our Seniors, will focus on the importance of being an advocate on behalf of the senior community, as well as their families. Attendees will receive education and instruction on how to improve their advocacy skills at both the state and federal levels and put those tactics into use during the Annual Leadership Conference Congressional Lobby Day. In addition, the 2018 Annual Leadership Conference is your opportunity to learn about current issues, trends, and strategies that will help your organization thrive and become more competitive by acquiring and retaining more customers. Attendees will be immersed in the latest home care innovations, business strategies, practices and methods through- out the conference and have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and these dynamic speakers: 2018 HCAOA Annual Leadership Conference Patrick Cooney The Federal Group, Inc. Aaron Marcum Home Care Pulse Schedule Saturday, September 22: Travel Day, Registration Opens Sunday, September 23: Keynote Address, Breakout Sessions, Opening Night Reception Monday, September 24: General Sessions, Breakout Sessions, Annual Business Meeting Tuesday, September 25: Congressional Lobby Day on Capitol Hill Registration Until August 10 Member: $1,100 Non-Member: $1,500 After August 10 Member: $1,250 Non-Member: $1,650 Registration Now Open CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Hotel Information The Annual Leadership Conference will be held at the Wardman Park Marriott Hotel in Washington, DC on September 22–25. Washington, DC is one of the world’s leading destinations for travel and tourism. The city offers easy access and navigation through three airports, a world- class public transportation system, unique venues, award- winning hotels, and hundreds of free things to do. HCAOA has secured an outstanding rate of $225 plus tax per night from the Wardman Park Marriott Hotel. To make reservations, click here or call the Wardman Park Marriott at 1-800-228-9290. Please book accommodations by August 30, 2018 and mention that you are an attendee of the HCAOA Annual Leadership Conference to ensure you receive our discounted rate.