Who Should Attend? Executive Directors, Middle Management, Clinical Staff (Counselors, Social Workers), Prevention Specialists, Substance Abuse Specialists, Researchers, Policy Makers, Mental Health Professionals, Human and Social Services Workers, Juvenile Justice/Criminal Justice Workers, Child Welfare Workers, Educators, Health Advocates, Community Advocates, and Primary Health Care/Medical Professionals are encouraged to attend. Conference Materials Workshop handouts will be available to download on our website after the conference. Individual workshop presenters may have printed materials available during their session. Continuing Education Attendees can earn continuing education credit for a variety of professional certifications at the IADDA Conference including IAODAPCA, LCSW, LSW, LPC and LCPC. Attendees needing out-of-state or other types of continuing education units are asked to contact the IADDA office prior to the conference. Attendees will have to sign for continuing education units each day of the conference. Weather and Dress Weather in Chicago is unpredictable, but in September, the temperature averages around 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Bringing rainwear or umbrellas is advisable. We cannot control the temperature in the meeting rooms so please dress accordingly. Cancellation and Refund Policy Cancellation requests must be received at the IADDA office in writing on or before August 29, 2011. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after this date. There will be a $75 processing fee charged for all cancellations, regardless of the reason. Please allow up to four weeks for your refund to be processed. Cancellation requests may be faxed [email protected]. Substitution Policy Substitution notification including complete registration information is appreciated prior to the start of the conference. Walk-in substitutions, however, will be accepted. No additional fees will be charged for substitutions. Meals Attendees who register for the entire conference have all meals and breaks included in their registration fee. Attendees registering for individual conference days have the following meals provided: Wednesday, September 7 – Continental Style with Hot Breakfast, Breaks, and Lunch Thursday, September 8 – Continental Style with Hot Breakfast, Breaks, and Lunch Friday, September 17 – Continental Style with Hot Breakfast, and Breaks Attendees who have a special diet (i.e. vegetarian, low carbohydrate, etc.) are asked to contact Pel Thomas prior to the conference. Special meal requests by conference attendees who do not contact IADDA ahead of time may not be able to be fulfilled. Additional individual meal tickets for exhibitors or guests may be purchased by contacting IADDA. Prices for individual meal tickets are available on the Exhibitor/Sponsor Information page. Hotel Information The Hilton Lisle/Naperville is located at 3003 Corporate West Drive, Lisle, Illinois. Located just 27 miles west of Chicago, this Hilton Lisle/Naperville Illinois hotel in the Lisle/Naperville area offers something for everyone. Convenient to downtown Chicago, and O’Hare Airport, this Hilton Lisle/Naperville hotel is at I-88 and Naperville Road near the corporate offices of BP, IMB, Computer Associates, Lucent, Aramark and MetLife. After a busy day, unwind and enjoy the fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool. The Hilton Lisle/Naperville hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to local area companies and Metra train station. Visit nearby attractions such as the Morton Arboretum, Chicagoland Speedway, Chicago Premium Outlet Malls, and the Naperville Riverwalk. Aware-winning cuisine and extraordinary atmosphere await you in Allgauer’s restaurant located in this Chicago/Naperville area Hilton hotel is open daily for breakfast, lunch an dinner. Additional information about the Hilton Lisle/Naperville can be obtained by visiting their website at www.lislenaperville.hilton.com Conference attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations by calling the Hilton Lisle/Naperville at 630-505-0900. In order to receive the discounted group rate of $95/night plus tax (standard king), you must mention that you are attending the IADDA conference. This rate is available until August 16, 2011. Reservations made after this date are subject to availability. All reservations must be guaranteed by credit card or first-night reservation fee. Hotel check-in is 3 p.m.; check-out is noon. Hotel cancellations must be made directly to the hotel. Cancellations must be received by the hotel at least 24 hours before scheduled arrival. Those failing to notify the hotel in the requisite time will be charged for the first night of their reservation. Requests for refunds for cancelled hotel rooms must be made to the hotel. They are not guaranteed by and are not the responsibility of IADDA. Directions From Chicago (O’Hare) Distance: 19 miles Take 294 South to 88 West. Exit Naperville Road heading north. Go east on Warrenville Road. The hotel is located on the south side of the street at the first stoplight. From Chicago (Midway) Distance: 25 miles Take Cicero Avenue north to I-55 South to 355 North. Take 355 North to I-88 West and exit at Naperville Road. Go north on Naperville Road to Warrenville Road and go east. The hotel is on the south side of the road at the first intersection. Specific directions can be obtained by visiting MapQuest at www.mapquest.com/directions. Transportation For the guests of the Hilton Lisle/Naperville, My Chauffeur and American Limousine Service are available to handle all of your transportation needs. Approximate Rates: To/From O’Hare Airport……$40 Additional Passengers $7/each To/From Midway Airport.…..$40 Additional Passengers $7/each To/From Chicago Loop….….$60 Reservations and information can be obtained by calling 630.920.8888.