Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
24th National Cystic Fibrosis Family Education Conference
Cystic Fibrosis in the Spotlight: Taking A Leading Role
July 29 – 31, 2011
Sofitel San Francisco Bay Area
CFRI’s Education Conference supports families, adults with CF, health providers and caregivers. Clinicians, researchers and therapists bring their expertise from across the country and abroad.
For more information, contact CFRI at (650) 404-9975 or cfri@cfri.org
To register, visit CFRI.org
CF Teen and Adult Retreat
July 31st – August 7th, 2011
Vallombrosa Center
Menlo Park, CA
CFRI High: Learning to Live
Class of 2011
Who Can Come: Teens and adults 15 years and older with cystic fibrosis*, their family members, friends and health care providers.
Purpose of the Day Retreat: The retreat provides a safe and welcoming environment aimed at enhancing positive coping skills, social support and education for people who share common experiences with CF.
What We Do: Activities that promote health include daily exercise, arts and crafts, rap sessions, and educational workshops with guest speakers. Fun group-bonding activities include a talent show, games, and just hanging out getting to know others.
Cost: $85 per person for the entire week. Daily fees are $15 per day for visitors or $10 per meal for those who drop in for a meal only. Overnight accommodations and transportation are the responsibility of participants. Scholarships are available for those to cover registration and accommodation.
Safety: All people with CF are required to comply with cross infection behavioral precautions. A medical advisor is available at all times, and volunteers are available to assist with respiratory treatments. Participants with CF must obtain a sputum culture before the start of the retreat.*People who have ever cultured Burkholderia cepacia, cultured Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) within the past 2 years, or are currently resistant to all antibiotics will not be allowed to attend the retreat.
For more information, contact Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
(650) 404-9975 cfri@cfri.org
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