Friday, 10:30 - Noon

MANAGING BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES AND ENGAGING CLIENTS IN A RESPITE SETTING Location: Hyatt Regency, Russell Behavioral challenges in a respite setting can be managed without resorting to early patient discharge. Participants will learn about successful tools and techniques to manage behavioral challenges that will optimize patient outcomes and program function. Advanced Level. Presenters: Sarah Ciambrone, MS, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, Boston, MA; Patricia Larson, BScN, MN, Sherbourne Health Centre, Toronto, Ontario. Materials: Audio from workshop (mp3) Powerpoint Presentation (ppt)