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Independent Living Conference

Join Daniel Memorial Institute as we proudly present ...

The 23rd Annual
National Independent Living Conference

"Growing Pains 2010"

September 7-10, 2010 ~ National Harbor, MD (Washington, D.C.)

Now in its 23rd year, this conference is a must-attend event for youth service professionals, independent living professionals and youth ages 15+. Presenters include top leaders and experts in the field of independent living. The national youth conference is comprised of special sessions dedicated to the needs of youth who are currently in care. These include training sessions, workshops, panel discussions and leadership/team building activities.

Each general session and workshop will present innovative ideas on how youth can deal with lifes ever changing situations. One of the main missions of daniel is to help professionals, clients and their respective organizations establish and maintain effective Independent Living Programs.

Growing Pains 2010 will offer numerous seminars, workshops and exhibits (plus Pre-Conference Institutes on Tuesday) to assist personnel who are dedicated to helping teens become competent, responsible, independent adults.

Join hundreds of youth-serving professional, advocates and young people as we reflect and celebrate 23 years of services and programming for youth. We will explore new information, innovations and skills to strengthen our practice and professional development. Growing Pains 2010 will provide opportunities to reflect on the accomplishments of the past and focus on the successful future of our youth-services profession.

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Early Registration Rates (on or before August 10):

ADULT RATE $295 (Conference Only)

ADULT RATE $390 (Pre-Conference & Conference)

YOUTH RATE $265 (Conference Only)

YOUTH RATE $360 (Pre-Conference & Conference)

NILA Members

ADULT RATE $285 (Conference Only)

ADULT RATE $380 (Pre-Conference & Conference)

Late Registration Rates (on or after August 11):

ADULT RATE $345 (Conference Only)

ADULT RATE $490 (Pre-Conference & Conference)

YOUTH RATE $305 (Conference Only)

YOUTH RATE $405 (Pre-Conference & Conference)

Note: "Youth" attendees are determined by the appropriate workshop topics applicable (not necessarily by age). Adult workshops are geared to professionals working with youth in independent living and foster care programs whereas the youth workshops are geared to those needing to develop the skills necessary to transition into independent living.

The "Growing Pains" Conference is Endorsed as the official conference of the National Independent Living Association (NILA). Visit the NILA web page!