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The 8th CFC International Family
Conference
Important Information
DoubleTree by Hilton, Seattle Airport
Seattle, Washington USA
THE 8TH INTERNATIONAL CFC FAMILY CONFERENCE
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON JULY 15 – JULY 19, 2015
Join us for the CFC International Family Conference, July 15-19, 2015 in Seattle, WA. The CFC conference is a
unique learning opportunity for families and professionals to connect throughout the four-day program. The
program offers keynote speakers who are experts in their fields, workshops tailored to connect families with
others of similar experiences, individual consultations with CFC International Medical Advisory Board
members, and childcare programs!
HOTEL INFORMATION
The conference takes place at the Seattle DoubleTree by Hilton, 187040 International Blvd., just ¼ mile south
of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service between the hotel
and the airport 24 hours a day. The hotel’s proximity to the Link Light Rail Station means you have easy access
to downtown Seattle. Transport to the station is available upon request. There is also complimentary shuttle
service to and from the Westfield Southcenter Mall at set times. Complimentary WiFi is available in the public
areas of the hotel. Internet access is available in each guest room free of charge as part of our event. Other
amenities include a heated outdoor pool, exercise room, and restaurant on site. SeaPorts Lounge hosts The
Golf Club at DoubleTree, a state-of-the-art simulator that provides a realistic replica of over 50 of the world’s
top golf courses. Use real clubs and choose between 18 possible modes of play.
For family vacation ideas in the Seattle area visit: www.seattleattractions.com
GUEST ROOM RATES:
The CFC International conference rate is $129. per night plus tax.
TO MAKE HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Online: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/ CFCIntl715
Phone: 206-246-8600 - ask to be transferred to Debbie
Knutson in reservations.
RESERVATION DEADLINE:
The discounted room rate ends June 11, or as soon as
the room block fills up.
Parking has been discounted to $5.00 local and $8.00
overnight.
FREE SHUTTLE TO & FROM AIRPORT: 206-246-8600
The hotel offers 24-hour free shuttle pick up every 20 minutes. It is located on Island 1 or Island 3 of the
courtesy vehicle pick up area on level 3 of the parking garage. Look for the large Double Tree van with the
number 1 in the windshield.
Welcome to the Registration for the 2015 Family Conference. Here is some basic information that will be
helpful for you to review before you register.
DEADLINES: Mark you calendars so you don’t miss these deadlines!
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION:
http://www.rsvpbook.com/CFCSeattle2015
May 1, 2015 Deadline for Early Bird Registration
May 1, 2015 Deadline for CFC International to receive funds to count toward incentives (See Fundraising
Incentives on our website)
June 1, 2015 Deadline for Regular Registration for conference and child care
June 1, 2015 Deadline to reserve a room at special rates, if rooms are still available. After this date, rooms
are released to the general public and may no longer be available or will be at a much higher rate.
FEES & COSTS FOR FAMILIES:
Please note that the fees listed only cover a small portion of the cost for providing these services
Early Bird Registration for Family Conference – Registration must be postmarked May 1, 2015
Adult (ages 13 and up):
Child (ages 6 - 12):
Child (ages 5 and under):
Person who has CFC Syndrome:
$110
$50
free
free
Regular Registration for Family Conference – Registration postmarked May 2, 2015 or later
Adult (ages 13 and up):
Child (ages 6 - 12):
Child (ages 5 and under):
Person who has CFC Syndrome:
$180
$85
free
free
Parking: Discounted from $18 overnight to $8.00 per night. Daily rate of $5.00
Child Care for age 1-15 is $40 per child for two days – Friday & Saturday
Activities. Room closes during lunch
and children are with their parents during lunch.
CFC Lounge: Teens and Young adults will have a comfortable hotel suite with couch, easy chairs, tables,
bathroom and TV. This room will be staffed by volunteers. Crafts, movies, and chair yoga will be part of the
schedule.
Laundry: There are self-service washer and dryers for laundry on the 2nd floors of wing 4 and 5A.
Meals Provided:
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Evening Dessert Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Registering for Meet a CFC Expert/Researcher:
A team of Doctors and Researchers will be on hand to meet with you and your child all day Thursday, July 16 .
The appointments are an informal meeting with doctors but in no way determine official syndrome
confirmation or medical treatment. You will not receive a written report but please feel free to take notes.
Depending on how many people sign up, we will try our best to honor your first 3 choices. Your passport or
appointment card is created for each family personally based on registration. Please consider each researcher
or expert before making your selections. The passports will be handed out on Wednesday evening at the 7:00
PM orientation. Researchers will be on hand to explain their research projects and goals. Participation in
research is totally voluntary.
Incentives:
Please see the Fundraising Campaign Incentives for details on the incentives for fundraising levels . Funds must
be received by CFC International or postmarked by May 1, 2015 to count toward incentives for the 2015
Family Conference.
FAQs:
Please review the FAQs on the website for detailed information about the conference. If you have further
questions, please email Brenda Conger at bconger@cfcsyndrome.org
What is included in the registration cost?
Conference registration fees cover:
 Thursday evening Welcome Reception
 Friday breakfast, lunch, and dinner
 Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner
 Conference handouts
 All conference workshops and general sessions
 Individual consultations with members of the Medical Community who are experienced with CFC
syndrome – Meet an Expert/Researcher
 It is very important that you register for each meal you plan to eat at the conference so we will have an
accurate count. There is no extra charge for meals but with food costs of almost $25,000, this will help
us avoid having to unnecessarily pay for meals and ensure you are counted.
Workshop Sessions
On Friday and Saturday we offer a variety of informative workshops. Top clinicians and researchers will
present the latest information in an easy to understand format while allowing you plenty of time for in-depth
discussion. The small group format will allow you to delve with greater depth in to the areas that concern you
most, while offering one-on one communication with CFC specialists. Note: Some workshops are offered
multiple times so that you will not miss topics that are most important to you and all questions can be
addressed. You’ll find workshop descriptions and registration forms in the next pages.
Moms & Dad’s Nite Out
We have a conference tradition to provide one night for each parent to get together with other mothers and
fathers in the hotel. The relaxed and comfortable night club lounge setting gives parents a chance to chat and
make that connection with others who have walked in your shoes . Mom’s Nite Out is Wednesday and Dad’s
Nite Out is Thursday evening. No children allowed but feel free to invite your other family members and
friends who might be attending the conference with you.
What is the Saturday night Celebration Dinner?
Each Conference hosts a celebration dinner/banquet. The dinner includes the silent auction and a dance party.
All family members are invited to attend the dinner. Guests are also welcome to pay for their meal and attend.
The cost for each additional adult guest not registered for the conference is $38 and the cost for each
additional child guest ages 6-12 not registered for the conference is $19.
What kind of weather should we expect in Seattle in July?
Seattle is well known for its rain but it rains much less in July. You should expect Spring weather so be
prepared for warm days, cooler nights, with a possible light rain each day. The average high is 77 degrees
Fahrenheit and the average low is 57. Don't forget we will be indoors much of the day so pack a sweater for
the air conditioned meeting rooms.
What is proper attire?
Casual, comfortable attire is appropriate for the entire conference. Dressier attire is sometimes chosen, but
not required, for the Saturday evening dinner.
Questions?
Please contact:
Brenda Conger
183 Brown Road
Vestal, NY 13850
607-772-9666
bconger@cfcsyndrome.org