Mennonite Health Assembly

"Navigating in a Sea of Change"

March 4-7, 2010 in Norfolk, VA

Online Registration

Hotel Reservations - please contact Marvin Schmucker at 316-640-5884.

For any questions, please email Emily or phone at 800-611-4007.

Registration Information - Register by January 29 for discount
Hotel and Travel
Schedule at a Glance
Golf Outing
Student Scholarships
Special Offer for Organizational Leaders
Assembly Co-sponsors
Underwriters and Exhibitors
Continuing Education Credits

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Registration
Everyone who attends any Mennonite Health Assembly sessions is required to register. Online registration is available this year, it is user friendly, quick, and easy. Sunday morning worship is open to non-registrants. To view the registration book in its entirety, please click here.

Grants
A limited number of $225 grants are available on a first-come, first-served basis to anyone with financial need who is registering without organizational sponsorship. Email or call the Mennonite Health Assembly office at 1-800-611-4007 for information.

Full Registration
$445 before January 22 and $545 after January 22
Includes worship, general sessions, governance session, workshops, breaks, Thursday reception, Friday breakfast, Friday networking luncheon, Saturday banquet and Sunday worship.

Spouse/Guest Registration
$185 before January 22 and $285 after January 22
Includes worship, plenary sessions, Thursday reception, Friday breakfast, Saturday banquet and Sunday worship. Does not include workshops, governance session, breaks or Friday networking luncheon.

Presenter Registration
Presenters receive complimentary registration for the day of the presentation or a discounted full registration at $290 before January 22. No discount if registration not received by January 22.

Fourth full registration from the same organization
Registrants may claim only one discount, e.g., as a presenter or fourth member of an organization.

Daily Registrant includes all events that day
Thursday, March 4 $80
Friday, March 5 $235
Saturday, March $210
Sunday, March 7 no charge

Refunds and Cancellations

Cancellations and refunds will be granted according to the following schedule:

All fees are 100 percent refundable, minus a $25 handling charge, if the MHS Alliance office receives a written refund request before 5 p.m. 60 days prior to the beginning of the program or event.
Fees are 50 percent refundable, minus a $50 handling charge, if the MHS Alliance office receives a written refund request before 5 p.m. 30 days prior to the beginning of the program or event.
No refunds will be made less than 30 days prior to the beginning of the program or event.
Substitutions may be accepted at the discretion of MHS Alliance.

Hotel and Travel
Marriott Norfolk Waterside
The Mennonite Health Assembly rate is $99 per night (plus tax) for a single to quad occupancy. Depending on room availability, this rate is available three days before and three days after our event. Please contact Marvin Schmucker at 316-640-5884 to make hote reservations.

Hotel information

Parking
A $2.50 discount on self-parking is available for Mennonite Health Assembly registered hotel guests at the Main Street Parking Garage (adjacent to the hotel). Current self-park rate is $16.50 after the discount.

Air Travel

Norfolk Airport (ORF) to Marriott Norfolk Waterside Hotel
(9 miles)
Shuttle by Carey VIP Chauffeured Services is $16 per person for Mennonite Health Assembly attendees.

Taxi cost from Norfolk Airport is approximately $25.

Newport News Airport (PHF) to Marriott Norfolk Waterside Hotel
(28 miles)
Shuttle by Carey VIP Chauffeured Services is $46 per person.
Taxi cost from Newport News Airport is approximately $55.

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Marriott Norfolk Waterside Hotel
(87 miles)
Shuttle by Carey VIP Chauffeured Services is $96.50 per person.
Taxi cost from Richmond Airport is approximately $190.

Car Rental
Avis Rent-A-Car offers discounted rates for Mennonite Health Assembly attendees who use Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) J099724. Reservations can be made on line or by calling 1-888-754-8878.

Schedule at a Glance
Thursday, March 4
8:00 am – 3:30 pm   MHS Alliance Committee and Board Meetings
4:00 - 6:30 pm         MHS Alliance Members Meeting/Reception
6:00 – 7:15 pm         MMA Invitational Dinner
7:30 – 9:00 pm         Opening Session/Worship
9:00 – 10:00 pm       Welcome Receptions

Friday, March 5
7:00 – 9:00 am        Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
7:45 – 8:00 am         Morning Prayers
9:00 – 12:00            Worship and General Session
12:30 – 2:15 pm       Networking Luncheons
12:30 – 4:00            Chaplains off-site at Mennowood
12:30 – 5:00            Special Session on Governance
2:30 – 3:45              Workshop Session 1
4:15 – 5:30              Workshop Session 2
6:30 – 9:30 pm         Off-site Dine-around
6:30 – 10:00             Developmental Disabilities Network Dinner

Saturday, March 6
7:45 – 8:00 am         Morning Prayers
8:00 – 10:30             On Your Own/Self-Care
8:00 – 10:30             MEP Governing Council
9:00 – 10:15             Workshop Session 3
10:45 – 12:00           Worship and Plenary
12:00 – 2:00             Lunch on your own
12:30 – 6:00             Golf Outing
2:30 – 3:45               Workshop Session 4
7:00 – 9:30               Banquet and General Session

Sunday, March 7
9:00 – 10:00 Worship
10:15 am – 12:00 pm Assembly Planning Committee Meeting

Golf Outing
Saturday, March 6 12:30 – 6:00
Cost $60
Come join your colleagues for an afternoon of golf on the Ocean View Golf Course in Norfolk. Registration will begin at 12:30 with first tee-time at 1:00 sharp. Sign up during the online registration process, can be added later. Awards will be presented at the evening banquet at the Marriott. The dress code for play is a shirt with a collar and slacks or Bermuda-length shorts for all golfers.

Golf Sponsor Levels and Benefits
(with commitments to-date, more sponsors needed)

Double Eagle - $2,000
(Greencroft Communities; MHS Alliance Mental Health Council)

Four golfers
Signage at event
Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Eagle -$1,000

Two golfers
Signage at event
Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Birdie - $500
(Latsha Davis Yohe & McKenna, PC; Goodville Mutual Casualty Co)

Signage at event
Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Solid Par - $250

Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Items (40) for Goodie Bags
(AdNet, Philhaven, Living Branches, Greencroft Communities, Menno Travel)

Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Prize Sponsorships (filled)
(Landis Homes, Mennonite Home, Goodville Mutual, Mennonite Mutual)

Recognition in golfers’ booklet

Student Scholarships
Full-time college, graduate, and seminary students are eligible for a reduced registration fee of $130 (a $475 value.) The package includes registration, lodging, and meal tickets.

For every five students registering from one school, one faculty or staff member may register [link] at the student rate. We are initially reserving five spots for each college or university.

Benefits for students

gain knowledge about real-life issues in health and human service practice
learn about careers in health and human service ministries
make connections for potential internships or employment

meet students from other Anabaptist schools

Program highlights

Plenary speakers offering input on “Navigating in a Sea of Change”
Networking at special interest luncheons
Workshops covering a broad range of topics

Student Package Includes:

All general sessions and workshops
Thursday evening reception and student orientation
One luncheon seminar
Saturday evening banquet
Three nights lodging (four people to a room)

Scholarship Contributions Needed
Scholarships are funded by sponsorships and by the interest from an endowment. With investment losses in the past year, there are limited funds available from the endowment for scholarships. If you are able to give $50, $100 or more to help others attend, please indicate your contribution amount during the registration process.

Special Offer for Organizational Leaders
MHS Alliance consultants are available for free one-hour sessions to help you get a handle on operational or governance issues that are troubling you. Offered on a first-come, first-served basis with no strings attached. Contact Emily@mhsonline.org for more information or to sign up.

Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
Friday, March 5 7:00 – 9:00 am
Start your day with a hearty continental breakfast and conversation. Visit with exhibitors and sponsors to learn about the products and services they offer and to thank them for supporting Mennonite Health Assembly.

Morning Prayers
Friday and Saturday 7:45 – 8:00 am
A quiet gathering of centering worship led by Mennonite Chaplains Association

Networking Dine-around
Friday, March 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Connect with new and old friends for a relaxing evening at one of the many restaurants located within easy access of the hotel. You’ll choose whether to sign up individually or invite your own dinner companions. We’ll help you select a restaurant that matches your interests and you can head out to enjoy the vibrant activity of downtown Norfolk.

Developmental Disabilities Network Dinner
Friday, March 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm
An informal gathering that always turns into a memorable occasion. Details available on site in Norfolk.

“Self-care”
Saturday, March 6 8:00 – 10:30 am
Do busy conference schedules leave you wishing for some “down time?” At Mennonite Health Assembly, we believe in taking care of yourself. On Saturday morning, you can choose whether to take in an educational workshop or use the time for a run or walk, a leisurely breakfast with a friend or a stroll along the Norfolk waterfront.

Medical Expense Plan Governing Council
Saturday, March 6 8:00 – 10:30 am
The Governing Council will hold its regular business meeting.

Continuing Education Credits

Contact hours for nurses will be submitted for approval for the workshops listed on the nurses’ track.

This program will be submitted for continuing education clock hours from the National Association of Board of Examiners of Long Term Care Administrators.

Chaplains will be provided a certificate of attendance, if requested and CEUs paid for.

See the registration to obtain CEU credit or contact the Mennonite Health Assembly office for more information.

Assembly Co-sponsors

Mennonite Health Services Alliance (MHS Alliance) is a community of Anabaptist health and human service ministries committed to God’s work of healing and hope in Christ Jesus through:

connections with relating denominations
collaboration among members
programs and services for bottom-line value

Mennonite Mutual Aid (MMA) helps organizations integrate their values with their financial decisions. MMA offers a full range of employee benefits, including health, retirement, and voluntary worksite. In addition, MMA provides investment management, trust services, and planned charitable giving. MMA’s partner, Mennonite Financial Federal Credit Union, can bring onsite banking to employers.