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HDSA 2003 Convention Schedule |
Thursday June 5th Hotel Check-in 4:00 PM Check your bags @ the Concierges
Hunt Dis Pool Party 4:40 PM hotels outdoor pool |
Friday, June 6th
Morning Break 10-10:30 am Exhibit Hall Lunch On Your Own Noon-1PM Afternoon Breaks 2:15-2:30 then 3:45-4:00 PM Exhibit Hall Dinner 8:00 PM on your own |
Attend |
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8:45 -10:00 am |
Opening Session |
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10:30 - Noon |
HDSA Focus on the Family Forum |
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Noon - 1:00 pm |
NYA luncheon session |
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1:00 - 2:15 pm |
Workshops: |
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HD 101: An Introduction |
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Support Group Leader Training: Part 1 |
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When Does HD Begin: The Controversy |
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The Genetics of HD: Fact or Fiction |
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Getting Help: Veterans Administration & Social Security Benefits |
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American Disabilities Act and HD |
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Grassroots Fundraising |
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Planned Giving |
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2:30 - 3:45 pm |
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Managing Cognitive Symptoms |
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HD Research: From Mouse to Man |
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Support Group Leader Training: Part II |
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Coping with Grief & Loss |
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Youth Panel: Pre-Teen |
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Youth Panel: Teen & Young Adult |
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Assistive Technology Solutions & Strategies |
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Special Events |
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4:00 - 5:15 pm |
Sharing & Networking Sessions |
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Newly Diagnosed |
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Persons with HD |
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Caregivers |
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At-risk - Adults |
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At-risk - Youth |
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Friday |
June 7th Continued |
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4:00 - 5:15 pm |
Parents of At-Risk Children |
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People who have Tested Negative |
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Tested Positive |
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Partners of At-Risk Persons |
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Partners of Newly Diagnosed |
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5:30 - 5:45 pm |
Words of Inspiration |
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6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Convention Reception & All-Star Hoop-A- Thon |
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