Thursday, 10:30 - 12 noon

ENGAGING HOSPITAL SUPPORT FOR RESPITE PROGRAMS Location: Hyatt Regency, Russell This workshop will explore how hospitals can support respite program financing and service provision. The panel will include representatives from three hospital-affiliated respite programs. Strategies for engaging and collaborating with hospitals will be reviewed. Advanced Level Presenters: Ted Amann, MPH, RN, Central City Concern, Portland, OR; Leslie Enzian, MD, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA; Aretha Jones, MPH, Union Mission, Inc., Savannah, GA; Corey Padron, Central City Concern, Portland, OR; Toni Propotnik, MN, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR; William Rios, Central City Concern, Portland, OR. Materials: Successful Collaborations Between Respite Programs and Hospital Partners (ppt)