What is the OHCA Spring Expo?

Answer: The Spring Expo is one of OHCA's larger annual events for Long-Term & Community Based Care Professionals as well as businesses that work with senior care communities. This event draws nearly 300 registrants, and has space for over 60 vendors. With its mix of tradeshow, breakout sessions, and fun activities, it's an event you don't want to miss! It is a more intimate version of our Annual Convention, but definitely not a small conference.

When is the OHCA Spring Expo?

Answer: The OHCA Spring Expo is scheduled for Monday, March 8th & Tuesday, March 9th, 2010.

Where is the OHCA Spring Expo being held?

Answer: The OHCA Spring Expo is being held at the Eugene Hilton; 66 East 6th Avenue - Eugene, OR, 97401-2667. Click on the button at the bottom of this page for more information.

Who is the education at the Spring Expo geared for?

Answer: The education at the Spring Expo is geared towards all Long-Term & Community Based Care professionals. There are breakout sessions specific to ALF/RCF services and specific to Nursing Facility services. There will also be breakout sessions that are geared towards all audiences. Administrators, Nurses/Health Services Directors, Resident Care Managers, Corporate Employees, and many other staff will find the education beneficial to them!

What does it cost to attend the Spring Expo?

Answer: If you work for a long term care provider you are able to register at the standard attendee pricing which varies based upon how many days of the Spring Expo you wish to attend. Members of OHCA receive a discount on registration pricing! Also, OHCA offers early bird discounts for those registrants who plan ahead - if you register before Friday, February 12, 2010 you will receive a 10% Early Bird Discount. Click on the button at the bottom of this page for more information. Advance Registration ends March 4th at NOON - a walk-in fee of $50 will incur for all registrations received after that date.

If you work for a business member of OHCA and not for a long term care provider you are not eligible to register as a regular attendee, but we do have other options available to you. Click on the button at the bottom of this page for more information.

What does it cost to exhibit at the Spring Expo?

Answer: Pricing for exhibitors is dependent on sponsorship level and/or choice of booth space. Click here to see the 2010 Sponsorship Guide with details on packages & exhibit space available. You'll find more details about being an exhibitor/sponsor at this event by clicking on the button at the bottom of this page.

I'm coming from out of town. Where do you recommend I stay?

Answer: The OHCA has set-up discounted room rates at the Eugene Hilton (Reservations must be made by Monday, February 8th, 2010 to guarantee discounted room rates). Make sure to mention you are with the OHCA-Oregon Health Care Association to receive the discounted room rates (city occupancy taxes of 10.5% not included). See more about the Eugene Hilton by clicking on the button at the bottom of this page.

Are their CEUs (Continuing Education Units) available at the Spring Expo? 

Answer: Yes. The conference has been approved for approximately 9.25 CEUs for Nursing Facility, Assisted Living, and Residential Care Administrator in both Oregon and Washington. (specific details about the education being offered will be available in November 2009).

Will I receive a CEU form at the event & what do I do with it? 

Answer: When you check-in at the event, you will receive a CEU form in your registration packet. At the completion of the conference, mark on your CEU form which sessions you attended. Keep the white copy of the CEU form for your records. Give the yellow copy to OHCA for our records. OHCA does NOT submit copies of CEUs to licensing entities. Reporting CEUs is the responsibility of the attendee. 

What is the dress code for Spring Expo?

Answer: Dress is Casual/Business Casual. We want you to be as comfortable as possible while attending this event. Please remember to dress in layers as temperatures in the meeting rooms fluctuate and changing the room temperature in the venue meeting rooms is often difficult.

Are there any meals/food functions included in my registration?

Answer: Yes. There will be a light continental breakfast available on Monday and Tuesday which includes coffee, tea, fruit, and pastries. Lunch will be provided on Monday as well. On Monday evening, for an additional charge, you can attend the OHCA Fun Night event, which includes dinner and entertainment.

Who can I contact for more information?

Answer: More information can be found by navigating with the buttons at the bottom of this page - or for more specific questions not covered in these pages contact the following OHCA staff members:

Main OHCA Office Phone Number:
(503) 726-5260

Education/Speakers/Schedule/Registration:
Melodie King, CMP Director of Education at 503-726-5227, mking@ohca.com

Tradeshow/Sponsorships/ Exhibitor Schedule/Registration:
Jill Bilka, Director of Marketing & Communications at 503-726-5226, jillb@ohca.com

Billing/Invoice Questions:
Accounting 503-726-5260