Wear what is comfortable for you! The conference rooms may be a little cool, so you may want to bring a sweater.

Children under age 11 are not permitted in the conference ballroom where the main sessions are being held.

All children ages 4-10 must be accompanied at all times by an adult or chaperone who is at least age 15. Select activities will be available for ages 4-10 who register for the conference. Chaperones do not need to register for the conference unless they are planning to attend general sessions and/or access event meals.

Conference programming is not suitable for children under age 4.

We are planning a program with activities that are appropriate for children in middle and high school. These will be clearly listed on the final agenda.

APFED does not provide childcare services, but as a courtesy, can provide information upon request about local childcare services available.

Companions do not need to register for the conference unless they are planning to attend general sessions and/or access event meals.

The conference is open to anyone wishing to learn more about EGIDs. Health care providers, allied health care professionals, and others who are interested in EGIDs will find the sessions beneficial. CME/CEU credits are not offered, however, we will produce a certificate of participation, if requested.

Onsite conference registration includes six (6) meals. All meals will be served buffet style and include allergy-friendly options, with ingredients labeled. Meals will include breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Thursday and Friday.

If companions would like to access event meals, please register them for the conference.

Meals will be served buffet style and include allergy-friendly options, with ingredients labeled.

APFED works with the catering staff to educate them on how to avoid cross-contact and provides ingredient substitution and specialty food recommendations. We work to ensure catering staff labels all ingredients carefully, and that buffet items are separated with designated serving utensils. Please be cautious, read all food labels, and be aware that some foods may contain ingredients that you should avoid.

To provide for conference attendees who have formula or other dietary needs, we will provide a Hospitality Suite for food storage and preparation. The suite includes a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, sink, dish soap, paper towels, and disposable tableware. This room will be staffed and open during posted hours, Thursday-Sunday. Conference attendees can gain access to this suite outside of the posted hours. More information will be provided onsite at check-in. Guest rooms are also equipped with mini refrigerators.

We are also working with the hotel to offer special APFED menus.

Yes! Our conferences are a success thanks to the generosity of our volunteers! We often have tasks leading up to the conference, and onsite at the conference during that weekend. To add your name to our volunteer list, please contact Cara Schmitt at cschmitt@apfed.org. We may not have something to assign you right away, but we will keep your contact information handy. Please note that we cannot waive conference fees for volunteers.

A limited number of travel grants are available on a first-come, first-serve basis to eligible applicants. Learn more and apply.

If you would like to attend onsite but the registration fee poses a hardship, please email conference@apfed.org stating your need and a request for waived conference registration.

Cancellations must be received in writing mail@apfed.org by 5 p.m. ET on July 2, 2024. to receive a full refund of registration fees. After that time, no refunds will be issued. We will ship conference materials and email a link to recorded sessions to paid registrants who are unable to attend. Hotel cancellations must be made separately. Charges may be incurred if reservations are not canceled.