Thank you to our 27th Annual Conference Partners:
Thank you to our Diamond Sponsors:
Thank you to our Gold Sponsors:
Thank you to our Silver Sponsors:
Thank you to our Bronze Sponsors:
Accessible Space, Inc.
ACR Healthcare Group
Amramp
ActivStyle
Beyond Barriers
Community Connections of MN
Courage Center
Custom Care
Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center
Disability Specialist
Dungarvin Minnesota, LLC.
Focus on Living Inc.
Glesener's, Inc.
Grand Itasca Acute Rehab Unit
Handi Medical Supply
HomeCare Assistance
Karcher Foster Services
Kauffman Law Firm
Lifetime Resources, Inc.
Medica
MSCOD
Nystrom & Associates
Options Residential
Provide Care
Regions Hosptial Rehab Institute
Reliable Medical Supply
ReStart
Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
SMB Homes
Tandem Residential/Capstone Residential
TBI Metro Services, a service of Opportunity Partners
UCare
Whisper Glide Swing Co.
Winghouse
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2012 Annual Conference - Friday Schedule
Presentations and Downloads
Keynotes • Thursday Schedule • Friday Schedule
Friday Conference Schedule
8 - 9 a.m. - Registration and Exhibits Open
- Exhibits are open daily 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
9 - 10:30 a.m. - Keynote Address
- The Most Significant Case of My Entire Career
Steven Benvenist, Esq., Davis, Saperstein & Salomon.
This keynote presentation will discuss a catastrophic brain injury case he has shared with hundreds of audiences throughout the country, which has been featured on television and the news media - this case being the most significant case of his entire career. This program will credit, applaud and enhance the very important roles played by the rehabilitation professionals, caregivers, the Brain Injury Association, the individual living with brain injury and their family.
10:30 - 11 a.m. - Break and Exhibits Open
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Breakout Session I
- Impact of Medications to Reduce Impairment in Post-Acute and Chronic Stroke
Karl Sandin, MD, MPH, Physician-in-Chief, Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Medications such as stimulants, antidepressants (SSRIs) and acetycholinesterase inhibitors may have utility in directly limiting motor or cognitive impairment after stroke or to indirectly improve performance after stroke. What is the impact of these medications on your patients? This session will review medication options to limit disability after stroke, focusing on the intended patient outcomes and anticipated side effects.
- Protecting Lawsuit Settlements and Wealth with Special Needs Trusts
Susan L. Anderson, Attorney-Trusts & Estate Planning; Carol Moss, Attorney, Hellmuth & Johnson
If you or a loved one has a disability, and is receiving government benefits, they could be disqualified from receiving government benefits when receiving lawsuit settlement funds or inherited wealth. There are ways to protect these funds so that wealth can be used for quality of life expenses not covered by government programs. This presentation will cover the basics of Special Needs Trusts, raising awareness with families regarding the importance of considering this option if they will receive assets from a personal injury or medical malpractice lawsuit. It will also cover the importance of Supplemental Needs Trusts to families of disabled individuals, assisting them to pass wealth to minimize interruption their government benefits.
- Stages of Change
Steve Carlson, Psy.D., Director of Supportive Housing Programs, Spectrum Community Mental Health
Ever try to change a habit? Start an exercise program or eat more nutritiously? Were you successful? How long did it take? Bottom line, change is difficult for everyone, especially for people living with a brain injury. This workshop will explore the nature, context, and stages of change and cover suggestions for how to work with people who are at various stages of change.
- Myths, Markers & Mayhem in Minnesota
Leslie Seymour, MD, MPH; Jon Roesler, MS; Anna Gaichas, MS; Mark Kinde; Ayo Adeniyi, MBBS, MPH; Curtis Fraser, Minnesota Department of Health
This presentation will unleash the most current data, combined with compelling analyses, suggesting trends and most-at-risk population groups across Minnesota. With the background of income, race/ethnicity, age group, gender and geographic location, we will dispel myths, suggest price locations for TBI outreach and service, and comment on MDH strategies to inform injured persons and families about rehabilitative options.
- Minnesota STAR: Tools to Guide You on Your Journey
Kim Moccia, Assistive Technology Resource Specialist, MN STAR Program, Dept. of Administration, State of Minnesota
Today's professionals use a variety of tools and strategies to support people of all ages with brain injury. This session will explore a range of 21st century technology used to support and enhance memory, organization, learning and independent living skills; participants will also learn about funding and assistive technology resources.
- Safe Return to Activity (RTA) After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
David Everson, Physical Therapist, Neurotrauma Lead for Rehab Therapies; Leslie Larson, RN, CNP; Jenna Coleman, RN, CPN; Gillette Childrens Specialty Healthcare
Safe return to activity is crucial after a patient receives a mild traumatic brain injury. The process of returning to physical activity is a step-wise program to ensure the patient is able to tolerate the new energy demands of the body without producing symptoms. Return of symptoms indicates that the injury is not completely healed. This session will cover which specific criteria should be met before return to physical activity is introduced.
12:15 - 1:15 p.m. - Lunch
1:15 - 2:30 p.m. - Breakout Session II
- Seizure Recognition and Response
Amanda Van Wyhe, Program Manager Education, Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota
Knowing how to properly respond to a seizure is critical and could be life saving. The Seizure Recognition & Response Training provides participants the opportunity to understand how to identify seizures, know what to do during a seizure and overcome the myths and misconceptions surrounding seizures and epilepsy.
- Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury using an Interdisciplinary Approach
Nova McNally, Occupational Therapist; Therese Maas, CNP; Danielle Potokar, Psychologist; Jim Thomson, Neuropsychologist; Helen Mathison, Speech Therapist; Hennepin County Medical Center
This panel - consisting of a doctor, psychologist, neuropsychologist, speech pathologist and occupational therapist - will break down what services they provide for post mild TBI and how treatment can help improve functional potential while decreasing symptoms. This panel will also include a case study to illustrate how having this entire team working together makes a significant impact on a persons care.
- Usta Could: Accepting Life After Brain Injury
Dana Guethling, M.S., C.R.C.
Dana incurred a Traumatic Brain Injury in 1987 as the result of an automobile accident. This presentation will share the ways her life has been impacted as a result and how she has responded to those changes. It will identify some of the challenges and limitations that are common to survivors of brain injury as well as the accommodations that she tried and used (not always successfully) to overcome the limitations.
- Managing Chronic Pain in Individuals with Brain Injury
Kenneth R Britton, DO, MMM, Britton Center
At least 20 percent of the general population will experience chronic non-cancer pain, but the number may be significantly higher in individuals with brain injury. Developing effective strategies to address pain is difficult, especially when complicated by reduced memory, insight, and judgement from a brain injury. This presentation will discuss treatment options for chronic non-cancer pain with specific attention on how to improve safety and compliance with treatment in the setting of brain injury.
- Using Video-Modeling to Teach Students with Special Needs
Tami Childs, Psychologist, The Childs Group; Michele Glynn
This session will describe the process of using video-modeling to teach skills to children with special needs. An emphasis will be on the use of this practice for students with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). While the research is strong for using this practice for related populations (autism spectrum disorder, speech language impairment, etc) the presenter will discuss its relevance for students with TBI. Video modeling is an evidence based practice for educating students with ASD and other disabilities. Research has shown that social skills are significantly improved through individualized video modeling intervention. Initiating video modeling use in the classroom requires skill evaluation, intervention development, and implementation. These steps will be illustrated through examples of individualized interventions. Tips for effective and efficient implementation in the school setting will also be provided.
- Transitioning Youth: Tips for Successful Employment
Sean Roy, PACER Center; Abbie Wells Herzog, MS, CRC, Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Employment is a crucial aspect of transitioning from school to community for youth. This interactive session provides information on the transition process, tips for preparing for employment, and information about opportunities found through the state's Vocational Rehabilitation Services program.
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. - Break and Exhibits Open
2:45 - 4 p.m. - Plenary Session
The Birdhouse Project – A Tool of Self Discovery
Kris Munsch
The Birdhouse Project is a step-by-step project to help us identify and find our way back to life after loss or crisis. By seeing how these blank pieces represent the pieces of our lives, we can express our weaknesses, strengths and desires as we symbolically rebuild our lives, so we are ready to host new life. This building process encourages us to spend time exploring our emotions and putting each in its proper place. Whether we share our feelings or keep them to ourselves, the important thing is that we are putting the pieces back together in a meaningful, constructive way.
Presentations and Downloads
Keynotes • Thursday Schedule • Friday Schedule