AAHPM Leadership Forum: Ascend
2019 Ascend: Leading and Managing Through Change
October 6-8, 2019
The Hyatt Lodge, Oak Brook, IL
The 2019 Ascend program is a two day intensive to help hospice and palliative care professionals develop the capabilities required to lead their organization in implementing new directions. This leadership program was developed by hospice and palliative care professionals FOR hospice and palliative care professionals.
The first evening focuses on key lessons in leadership. This year’s presenter is Tammie Quest, MD FAAHPM. Tammie will share insights from her leadership journey.
The following day, Kathleen Neuendorf, MD will lead participants through a highly interactive session on effectively engaging teams by creating an environment of safety, value, and communication. Attendees will also take part in networking opportunities with HPM colleagues and leaders. The small groups will use case-based learning techniques to navigate difficult situations and resolve challenges in a variety of hospice and palliative care settings.
On the final day, Darryl Harris, an internationally renowned speaker, trainer, facilitator, and coach will help participants uncover creative ways to empower and energize teams, team leaders, managers, and staff. Ascend attendees will discover why transitions are often challenging and how leaders can successfully overcome passive and active resistance to new initiatives.
Don't miss your chance to discover the leader within.
Plan Your Trip
Meeting Location
Hyatt Lodge
2815 Jorie Blvd
Oak Brook, IL 60523
630-568-1234
AAHPM has secured a limited number of sleeping rooms at a special discounted rate. In order to obtain the special rate, make your reservations online using the unique link below or call the reservations number and mention the AAHPM meeting. Be sure to make your reservations early! The expiration of the special rate is September 13, 2019 or when AAHPM’s room block has been filled. After that time, higher rates may apply.
Room Rate: $159 single/double
Online Reservations: Make a reservation
Check-In: 3 pm | Check-Out: 12 pm
Transportation
Attendees can fly into either O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
O'Hare is 11 miles (35 mins) from the Hyatt Lodge, Chicago Midway is 15 miles (40 mins) from the Hyatt Lodge. Cost is approximately $35-$45 one-way via taxi, Uber/Lyft.
Parking Information
Self-Parking is complimentary. For valet, it is $10/day and $15 overnight. AAHPM does not validate for parking. Rates are subject to change. Please contact the hotel for the most up-to-date parking rates.
Credits
CME hours and a certificate of completion through AAHPM will be available, depending on much education you choose to pursue. You may select some or all of the content offered based on your unique leadership and career development goals.