Dignity Therapy Training Workshop 2015

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Dignity Therapy Training Workshop 2015

By Manitoba Palliative Care Research Unit

Date and time

Wed, Jun 3, 2015 8:00 AM - Fri, Jun 5, 2015 12:30 PM CDT

Location

Inn at the Forks

75 Forks Market Road Winnipeg, MB R3C 4Y3 Canada

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Description

The Manitoba Palliative Care Research Unit is proud to present an intensive two-and-a-half-day Dignity Therapy Training Workshop led by Dr. Harvey Max Chochinov. The ultimate goal of Dignity Therapy is to help bolster the dignity of dying patients and address their suffering. This therapeutic intervention invites individuals with life-limiting illnesses to reflect on matters of importance to them.


Using the Dignity Therapy protocol and following the respondent’s cues, a trained therapist facilitates the expression of thoughts, feelings, and memories that are compiled in a narrative document for the patient to share with a friend or loved one. The benefits of Dignity Therapy have been published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology and the Journal of Palliative Medicine.

Our workshop will consist of a blend of lectures, small-group discussion, observing Dignity Therapy in action, and hands-on opportunities for therapists to begin to learn how to carry out this novel intervention. The working language of the workshop is English.

This workshop will be of interest to:

  • clinicians who work with palliative care or geriatric patients and who are in a key position to use Dignity Therapy
  • researchers who wish to include Dignity Therapy in the development of new research projects
  • health care administrators/nursing home administrators responsible for creating and operationalizing an approach to care that supports and affirms patient dignity and personhood


Registration is limited to 60 participants.

Early Bird registration deadline is Friday, January 30, 2015.

Final registration deadline is Thursday April 30, 2015.

Out of respect to those who may be on the wait list for this workshop, please register as soon as possible or email workshop@dignityincare.ca if you are unable to attend after registering.

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below for more details.

FAQs

What does the workshop registration fee include?

Your registration fee includes:

  • two-and-a-half day workshop as described above
  • one copy of Dignity Therapy, Final Words for Final Days by Dr. H.M. Chochinov
  • continental breakfasts and lunches throughout the workshop
  • workshop adjourns at 12:30 on the third day, carry-away bag lunch provided
  • evening reception on Wednesday June 3, 2015 at the fabulous Canadian Museum of Human Rights

Where is the event held?

The workshop is held at Inn at the Forks, a boutique luxury hotel located at The Forks, a wonderful National Historic site and Manitoba's most popular tourist destination. Inn at the Forks is located amidst many attractions, places to shop, and dining hotspots. The hotel, restaurant and spa feature a modern style and commitment to service in a spectacular natural setting. Whether you are traveling to Winnipeg, Manitoba for business or pleasure, you will discover a world of comfort and convenient amenities.


Memorable. Not Ordinary.

www.innforks.com

How do I reserve a room? What is the cost?

Guest rooms are available at Inn at the Forks (www.innforks.com) at a reduced rate starting at $174.00 CAD/night (standard queen, single/double occupancy) plus applicable taxes. Each additional person sharing a guestroom is $20.00/night. To make your room reservation:

  • contact Inn at the Forks directly by telephone at 1-877-377-4100 (toll-free North America) or (country code) 1 204 942 6555 (outside North America) or 204 942 6555 (local)
  • quote the group reservation number 148845 to receive the room discount
  • deadline to receive the discounted rate is Sunday May 3, 2015 at 11:30 pm


What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

For those arriving by car, driving directions to Inn at the Forks can be found at:

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Inn+at+The+Forks/@49.887862,-97.129565,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x9c8b7ed979d7824f

There is no charge for parking for workshop attendees who are not overnight guests at Inn at the Forks. Please be sure to park in the parkade behind the hotel and register your licence plate at our registration table.

Note: Overnight guests at Inn at the Forks will be charged $14.00/night for self parking or $19.00/night for valet parking.

Those wishing to use public transportation can access City of Winnipeg transit information at: http://winnipegtransit.com/en/navigo

For those arriving at the airport, a taxi is probably the best option and will cost about $20.00, one way. There is no free shuttle service to Inn at the Forks. Public transportation is possible but may be a little complicated for first time visitors.

Are there other options for places to stay while attending the workshop?

There are several hotels within convenient walking distance of the workshop venue:

The Fort Garry Hotel (9 minutes walk) http://www.fortgarryhotel.com/

Humphrey Inn and Suites (11 minutes walk) http://www.humphryinn.com/

The Fairmont Winnipeg Hotel (14 minutes walk) http://www.fairmont.com/winnipeg/

Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel (14 minutes walk) http://www.placelouisriel.com/

Norwood Hotel (15 minutes walk) http://www.norwood-hotel.com/

Mere Hotel (15 minutes walk) http://www.merehotel.com/

There are other hotels in the downtown vicinity but you may need to use a cab or public transportation to get to the workshop. Bed and breakfast options can be found at: http://www.tourismwinnipeg.com/visitors/accommodations/bed-and-breakfasts

What if I have special requirements?

Please contact our Workshop Coordinator (workshop@dignityincare.ca) at your earliest convenience to alert us to your dietary or other special needs.

Is the workshop venue accessible to people with disabilities?

The Inn at the Forks is recognized as Tier 2 accessible. All public areas are accessible. Main entrances are level grade access. Exterior doors at front and rear have automated openers. For more details about the Inn's accessible features contact the Inn at the Forks at: info@innforks.com

What is the workshop refund policy?

No refunds will be given for registration cancellations received after May 1, 2015. Cancellations prior to May 1, 2015 will be subject to a $50.00 administrative fee.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Generally, registrations are NOT transferrable. However, we recognize that sudden and unforeseeable events sometimes arise. If you are unable to attend and there is another suitable individual who can take your place and who has the potential to use Dignity Therapy in their practice, it may be possible to work something out. Please contact the Workshop Coordinator (workshop@dignityincare.ca) as soon as possilble to discuss possible arrangements. Otherwise, you may be eligible for a refund. See our refund policy above.

Can I update my registration information?

Certainly. Simply contact the Workshop Coordinator (workshop@dignityincare.ca) with any updated information.

Do I have to bring my printed registration to the event?

No.

Where can I contact the organizer with any additional questions?

If you need help or have a question, please contact our Workshop Coordinator at: workshop@dignityincare.ca

What does Winnipeg have to offer?

For more information about visiting Winnipeg, please go to www.tourismwinnipeg.com

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