Full Lives Conference for Direct Service Professionals & Care Coordinators
21st Annual Full Lives Conference
Brilliance Towards a Brilliant Future!
April 13 - April 15, 2022
Online Web-Delivered
The Alaska Training Cooperative in collaboration with the State of Alaska Senior & Disability Services, UAA Center for Human Development, and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is pleased to present the 2022 Full Lives Conference. Keynote presentations and breakout sessions focus on the efforts and trends within the industry to highlight the important role advocacy and self-advocacy play with those we support.
Full Lives draws a wide range of attendees that provide services in developmental disabilities, behavioral health, traumatic brain injuries, substance-related disorders, and senior services. Attendees include case managers, direct support professionals, care coordinators, community advocates, supervisors, administrators, self-advocates, caregivers, and families receiving services.
The Full Lives Conference encourages interaction, problem-solving, and sharing among all participants. This atmosphere contributes to a dynamic conference that encourages ongoing networking and collaboration.
The Full Lives Conference receives funding and support from the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, UAA CHD's Alaska Training Cooperative, and the State of Alaska Senior and Disability Services.
- Registration
Registration is processed through The Alaska Training Cooperative.
Participant registration is available on the Conference Registration Page.
The cost to attend the three day conference as a participant is $75.00.
Exhibitors can register on the Exhibitor Registration Page.
- Agenda
Day 1 - Wednesday, April 13, 2022
9:00am - 10:45am - Creating a Bright Future Together
Presented by: Peter Leidy10:45am - 11:00am - Visit Exhibitor Pages
11:00am - 12:00pm Option 1 - Future of Adult Guardianship
Presented by: Lisa Wawrzonek11:00am - 12:00pm Option 2 - Brain Based Supports for People Experiencing FASD & Other Neurobehavioral Conditions
Presented by: Teagan Presler11:00am - 12:00pm Option 3 - Building Connections to Community –A Path to Thrive Not Just Survive! -Part 1
Presented by: Michele Girault and Robin Siverson1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #1 Working with Others–Part 1
Presented by: Riki Chapman1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 2 - Embarring or Empowering? Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Around Challenging Sexual Health Topics
Presented by: Sondra LeClair and Kelley Hartlieb1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 3 - Building Connections to Community – A Path to Thrive Not Just Survive! -Part 2
Presented by: Michele Girault and Robin Siverson2:30pm - 2:45pm - Visit Exhibitor Pages
2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #1 Working with Others – Part 1
Presented by: Betsy Chivers2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 2 - Core Messages: What Everyone Should Know About Prenatal Alcohol Exposure
Presented by: Tami Eller and Teri Tibbett2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 3 - Making Time to Support our Most Vulnerable
Presented by: Rain Van Den Berg and Erin LoPortoDay 2 - Thursday, April 14, 2022
9:00am - 10:00am - Alaska Alliance for Direct Service Careers - Outstanding Direct Service Professional of the Year Awards
Presented by: John Lee10:00am - 10:15am - Visit Exhibitor Pages
10:15am - 11:45am - Navigating Amidst Overwhelming Times – Whether Because of Trauma, Crises, or Really, Really Hard Days
Presented by: Laura van Dernoot Lipsky1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #2 Assessing Strengths and Needs – Part 1
Presented by: Riki Chapman1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 2 - Mental Health Essentials for Older Adults
Presented by: Betsy Chivers1:00pm - 2:30pm Option 3 - Fearless Creativity in Weaving Beauty and Technology
Presented by: Doug and Amy Modig2:30pm - 2:45pm - Visit Exhibitor Pages
2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #2 Assessing Strengths and Needs – Part 2
Presented by: Betsy Chivers2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 2 - Access for All! Ensuring Communication and Assistive Technology Access for Individuals who Experience Hearing Loss or Deafness
Presented by: Sharon Miranda, Tiffany Wilson, and Michael Merritt2:45pm - 4:15pm Option 3 - Adult Protective Services for Direct Support Professionals
Presented by: Dee Ellen Grubbs, Tamara Hunter, and Mason CampbellDay 3 - Friday, April 15, 2022
9:00am - 10:30am - Quality Services & Legislative Process
Presented by: Anthony Newman and Lynne Keilman-Cruz10:30am - 10:45am - Visit Exhibitor Pages
10:45am - 12:15pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #4 Providing Services – Part 1
Presented by: Riki Chapman10:45am - 12:15pm Option 2 - Re-Thinking Challenging Behavior: A Neurological Approach
Presented by: Randy Jones10:45am - 12:15pm Option 3 - Supporting Individuals with TABI: Accommodations and Adaptations
Presented by: Tori Phipps and Guylene Derry1:15pm - 2:45pm Option 1 - Alaska Core Competencies #4 Providing Services – Part 2
Presented by: Riki Chapman1:15pm - 2:45pm Option 2 - What’s the Big Deal with Regulations?
Presented by: Delight Mell, Kara Thrasher-Livingston, and Cassandra Lynch1:15pm - 2:45pm Option 3 - Flourishing Through Change
Presented by: Renee Georg2:45pm - 3:00pm - Conference Closing Activity and Conference Engagement Winners!