Overview
The 40th Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference was held April 16-17, 2024, at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing, Michigan.
The conference focuses on issues related to healthcare, social, community, and educational services which are of critical importance to the future of persons with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. The program provided an overview of issues related to the spectrum of services currently available as well as strategies for enhancing these services. The educational program is designed for physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, therapists, educators, nutritionists, home care providers, and other professionals interested in the delivery of care and services to persons with developmental disabilities.
The conference was co-sponsored by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and WMed. For more information, please contact Laura Counterman at laura.counterman@wmed.edu or 269.337.6508.
Target Audience
Specialties: Academic/Research, General Practice, Nursing, Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Pharmacist, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Educators, Parents/Carers
Upcoming Conference
Tuesday, April 15 - Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, East Lansing, MI
The Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference Planning Committee invites you to submit a session proposal for our 41st annual conference, which will be held in East Lansing, Michigan, on April 15-16, 2025. The submission deadline is August 12, 2024, at 11:59pm. All submissions will be reviewed by the committee and those accepted will be notified by October 11, 2024.
Future Conference Dates
- Tuesday, April 14 - Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Registration
Registration opens December/January 2025.
When registering please use your personal login to access your CloudCME account. If you do not have an account, you must create one using your email. If you have trouble navigating this process, please do not hesitate to contact the Conference Coordinator.
- Early Bird Registration: December/January - February 28
- Regular Registration: March 1 - March 31
- Late Registration: April 1 - Onsite Registration
Your registration confirmation will be sent via email. Attendees must log in to register (if you have issues logging in, please contact ce@wmed.edu for assistance). By registering, you also agree to the current cancellation policy: Conference registration canceled on or before March 31, is refundable but subject to a $50 administrative fee. Registration fees may be transferred to another individual if requested on or before April 1 for a $25 administrative fee. Send cancellation notices by email to laura.counterman@wmed.edu. No-shows and registrants canceling on or after April 2 will NOT receive a refund and will NOT be able to transfer their registration.
Exhibitors
Interested in partnering with us as an exhibitor? Please email laura.counterman@wmed.edu.