There is a $10 fee for parking on the roof. The easiest way to the room is to park near elevator 1 and take that down to level 4. Our general session is in room 410A.

Peers/Students/Retirees get $20 off/day or $40 off total conference other discounts may be available

*GET YOUR ETHICS & PAIN MANAGEMENT CEUs HERE in sessions with Abigail Eiler, Linda Vanni, and Tracy Purnell* 

The Third Annual

DWMHA Interdisciplinary Behavioral Health Conference:

Raising the Bar

People. Purpose. & Passion.

Featuring Keynote Presentations By...

• Daniel Reidenberg, Suicidologist Executive Director of SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education)
• Michelle Hoersch, Regional Women's Health CoordinatorPublic Health Advisor, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
• Marsialle Arbuckle, Author and President, CEO & Founder of The Center For Urban Youth and Family Development
• Kevin Fischer of NAMI Michigan and other Key Figures will discuss The Importance of Advocacy in the Fight for Mental Health Care

• GET YOUR ETHICS & PAIN MANAGEMENT CEUs HERE in sessions with Abigail Eiler, Linda Vanni, and Tracy Purnell (View attached agenda)

The last day to pre-register is Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 12pm!

 Date: Monday, July 17, 2017 AND Tuesday, July 18, 2017                                               
 Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
 Location: COBO Center 1 Washington Blvd, Detroit, 48226                     

Interested in increasing your organizations exposure? We have a variety of opportunities available and can even work with you to build a customized package! Please contact Andrea Smith at asmith1@dwmha.com for more information on sponsorship opportunities.

Conference Information:

 This conference offers integrated and behavioral healthcare professionals the opportunity to: 

• Share new clinical academic knowledge with practicing health professionals 
• Share practice knowledge and experience addressing complex recovery challenges 
• Provide an inter-professional educational opportunity eligible for continuing education credits 

Included in your conference fee:

Plenary and workshop presentations provided by national and local leaders with expertise in the following topic areas: Suicide Prevention, Ethics, Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders, Trauma, LGBTQ, Integrated Behavioral and Physical Healthcare, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Opiod Use Disorder, Youth Violence & More!

Workshop presentations from: Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, Adult Well-Being Services, Hegira Programs, Centria Healthcare, Mindful Art Center, Common Ground, Foundations Detroit, University of Michigan, Wayne State University, Development Centers, Touch Services LLC, Central City Integrated Health, PsyGenics, Black Family Development & More!

• The opportunity to browse the posters and converse with researchers studying the topic areas listed above and examine their projects and outcomes.
• All training materials
• Breakfast, lunch, light snacks and refreshments
• A certificate of attendance documenting continuing education credits and training hours approved for this conference

Suggested Participants: Those currently working with or interested in learning more about adults and children who have a developmental disability, substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders or have experienced trauma. This includes administrators, mental health clinicians, psychiatrists, general physicians, counselors, social workers, university faculty, military service members and those who work with veterans.

Registration, Fees and Cancelation Policy

Registration: 

Pre-registration is REQUIRED and available online only. Walk-ins (those not pre-registered) will be permitted on a first come, first serve basis based on the number of no-shows at the event. Please note the walk-in fees listed.

In order to register for this conference you must be a VCE website member. If you need to become a member it is FREE and EASY. Click HERE to become a VCE Member. To begin conference registration click the "Register Now" button located at the bottom of this page.

Please note: Participant registration information and evaluation data will be shared with the following collaborating conference organizations: Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, Michigan Area Health Education Center, Wayne State University, National Alliance on Mental Illness and University of Michigan School of Social Work.

Fee:

Conference fees can be found at the top of this page. All conference fees are due in advance of the conference. If payment is outstanding, participants will be REQUIRED to pay in full in order to enter the conference. Participants can register online, pay by credit card, e-check or mail in check payment.

Payment Options:  

• Credit Card or E-Check
  • Online Credit Card (VISA and MASTERCARD only) - safe and secure 
  • Online E-check - safe and secure
  • Agency Check or Money Orders (made payable to DWMHA, Attn: Andrea Smith) sent to 707 W Milwaukee, Detroit, MI 48202

You will receive a confirmation of your registration via e-mail. If you do not, please contact the dwchelp@dwmha.com, or call the DWMHA VCE Help Desk phone (313) 451-3792

Cancellation Refund Policy: Substitutions are permitted at any time. No Shows will be billed at the same rate. Cancellations must be received in writing no later than 7 business days prior to the training to asmith1@dwmha.com in order to obtain a full refund.  If cancellation is received less than 7 days prior to the training, no refund will be issued.

Continuing Education Information

If you have individual requirements or need special services to participate in this training, please notify dwchelp@dwmha.com, or call the DWMHA VCE Help Desk phone (313) 451-3792. Please make arrangements at least two weeks before the training date.

If you have questions regarding the training, contact dwchelp@dwmha.com, or call the DWMHA VCE Help Desk phone (313) 451-3792