Systems of Care Conference: Speaker Presentations

Who Should Attend

Anyone interested in youth with behavioral health disorders including caregivers, families, youth, private providers, and professionals in behavioral health, social services, education, and juvenile justice.

The First Lady Of Virginia's Conference Scholarships

Scholarships are available to FACES members on a first come, first serve basis based on region (North, East, Central, Piedmont, or West). If you are interested in attending the conference and are a FACES member (or about to become one), please contact Cate Newbanks at 804-814-6865 or cnewbanks@facesofvirginia.org.

Continuing Education Units

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are being offered as part of the conference. A total of 2.0 CEUs (20 Contact Hours) will be awarded to each participant completing an evaluation at the conclusion of the two-day event, certificates will be provided. Participants must attend both days to earn the CEUs.

Conference Themes

• Strengthening family and youth voices
• Implementing an effective system of care in your community
• Implementing appropriate evidence-based practices within a system of care - anticipated benefits and expected results

Plenary and interactive break-out sessions will be offered which center around these themes.

Keynote Speakers

Anne Holton, First Lady of the Commonwealth of Virginia

Robert Friedman, Ph.D., Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, University of South Florida

Ira Lourie, M.D., Human Services Collaborative

Karl Dennis, Karl Dennis & Associates

Barbara J. Burns, Ph.D., Duke University School of Medicine

Bruce Chorpita, Ph.D., Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, University of Hawaii

Location and Lodging

The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Ave.
Roanoke, VA 24016
540-985-5900

A block of rooms is being held for this conference at a special conference rate of $99 for single and $119 for double occupancy. Please reference "Systems of Care Conference" when calling to make your reservation.

An additional block of rooms is being held at the Wyndham Roanoke Hotel located at 2801 Hershberger Rd. Roanoke, VA 24016, 540-563-9300. The state rate is $76 for single and $86 for double occupancy. Please reference "Systems of Care Conference" when calling to make your reservation.

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