The perfect blend
of outdoor adventure and urban sophistication. That’s the duality
locals love about the Mile High City. With snowcapped peaks
providing a spectacular backdrop, Denver is as refined as it is
laid-back. It’s a place where aerospace engineers rub elbows with
rock climbers at local brewpubs, at art festivals, or while
strolling their favorite pedestrian mall.
Denver is a vibrant city with 300 days of annual sunshine. From a
thriving arts and culture scene, world class attractions and endless
shopping possibilities, to nationally recognized chefs, exciting
nightlife and abundant outdoor recreation, Denver welcomes you to
experience, explore and discover how the Mile High City will awaken
your senses like nowhere else. Located at the base of the Rocky
Mountains, Denver is one of America's most beautiful cities. And one
of the most fun. Denver is a lively city with a great love of the
outdoors. Here you'll find the nation's largest city park system, 90
golf courses and an incredible 850 miles of paved bike trails. But
Denver is also a cultural and sophisticated city.
Denver has the tenth largest downtown in the U.S. - a bustling area
centered around a mile-long pedestrian promenade that is lined with
outdoor cafes and flower baskets. Down every street there are
mountain views. The mountain panorama visible from Denver is 120
miles long and includes nearly 200 named peaks. Downtown Denver is
home to three new sports stadiums, 300 restaurants, a restored
historic district filled with 90 bars, restaurants and brewpubs, a
collection of museums, a variety of galleries and shopping, the
second largest performing arts center in the nation, three college
campuses and even a unique downtown amusement park, Elitch Gardens.
How to Get to Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN) combines safety, security,
efficiency and beauty in providing a seamless travel experience.
Consistently rated as one of least-delayed major airports in the
nation, DIA offers smooth traffic flow without the airfield
bottlenecks that plague many busy airports. This translates into
quick flight turnarounds and on-time departures and arrivals.
www.flydenver.com.
The DEN Ground Transportation Information Counter is located on
Level 5 of the main terminal, near the water feature. Also on Level
5 are on-airport rent car desks, commercial shuttle desks and
baggage claim. Passengers will find all commercial transportation
outside the Level 5 doors. Passengers must proceed outside to the
appropriate island to obtain transportation. For more information,
call 303-342-4059.
Get Around Denver
Getting around the Mile High City is easy. Denver International
Airport is the 5th busiest in the nation, 10th busiest in the world.
Downtown Denver is a walkable, pedestrian area, best seen on foot.
Free shuttle buses travel up and down the mile long 16th Street
Mall, stopping on every corner as often as every 90 seconds. Light
Rail offers connections to the Denver Tech Center and Platte River
Valley.
CONFERENCE HOTEL
Sheraton Denver Hotel
1550 Court Place, Denver, Colorado 80202 · United States
Look forward to a relaxing stay at the Sheraton Denver Hotel.
Located on the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall in the heart of downtown
Denver, the hotel is near lots of great shopping, restaurants, and
activities. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning Chinese American
architect, I.M. Pei, the hotel is 3 1/2 blocks from the Colorado
Convention Center, within walking distance of the Denver Art Museum
and the State Capitol, and just minutes from the Pepsi Center and
Coors Field.
Room Rate: $139/night single or double occupancy
Sheraton Denver Hotel is offering the following special room rates
for all AOHP Conference participants:
Single Occupancy: $139.00
Double Occupancy: $139.00
Triple Occupancy: $150.00
Quad Occupancy: $165.00
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes
(currently 14.85%) in effect at the time of check-in. Specific room
requests such as number of beds in the room can be made at the time
of booking. Please note many special requests are limited and are
based on hotel availability.
Cut-Off-Date
The “Cut-Off Date” for hotel reservation is August 23, 2008.
Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be based
on availability at the Hotel’s prevailing rates. If AOHP’s block of
reserved rooms is filled prior to cut-off date, attendees will be
required to be prevailing rates. Reservation
To secure your reservations, please call the hotel’s reservation
line at 303-893-3333 or 888-627-8405 and ask for the AOHP
special rate for the conference. You can also make your hotel
reservation online at
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/AOHP2008
to obtain the group discounted rate. If you plan to arrive late, let
the hotel know when you make your hotel reservation. If your flight
is delayed, make sure inform hotel as soon as possible to secure
your booking.
Check-In/Check-Out
Room will be available at 3:00 pm on arrival day and reserved until
12:00 noon on departure day. Any attendee wishing special
consideration for late check-out should inquire at the hotel front
desk on the day of departure. AOHP will provide a secure
baggage hold area on Saturday, September 20 from 7:00 am to 12:30 pm
for attendees.
Public Transportation
Public transit for metropolitan Denver/Boulder. Local bus and Light
Rail fares are $1.75. RTD One and Five Day Passes are available for
unlimited travel for bus and light rail service in the Denver metro
area.
Airport Shuttle
Big Sky Airport Shuttle: 303-300-2626
Denver Airport Shuttle Express: 303-342-3424
SuperShuttle: 303 370-1300
800 525-3177
800 BLUE VAN (258-3826)
Taxi
Denver Yellow Cab: 303-777-7777
Metro Taxi: 303-333-3333
Weather
Denver weather in the fall is pleasantly similar to Spring with warm
days and cool evenings. Medium weight clothing with a jacket and/or
topcoat for evenings should prove a comfortable combination in this
Denver weather. A visit to the mountains will generally require
warmer clothing. However, daytime temperatures can vary from warm to
crisp, so several layers of medium weight clothes (shirts, sweaters,
and jackets) will allow adjustment for maximum comfort.
Attractions
There’s always something to do for conference-goers and their
families in Denver. The city has more than 40 museums and historic
attractions, from Buffalo Bill’s Grave & Museum to Daniel
Libeskind’s amazing new Denver Art Museum. Denver has the nation’s
largest city park system along with 200 named parks, 850 miles of
off-road bike paths and 90 golf courses. The Denver Zoo is the
fourth most popular in the nation. For more information, please
visit the Official Denver site:
http://www.denver.org/.
The Association
of Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare (AOHP) is an
organization dedicated to promoting educational and professional
growth opportunities for its members, and to advocating the
protection and well-being of healthcare workers in a cost-effective
manner. Founded in 1981, AOHP is governed by a board of directors
consisting of elected officials, including regional directors.
The AOHP 2008 National Conference will be held at:
September 17-20,
2008
Sheraton Denver Hotel
Denver, CO
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
·
Occupational health nurses and physicians
·
Employee health professionals
·
Infection control practitioners
·
Industrial hygienists
·
Safety officers
·
Human resource administrators
·
Risk managers
·
Hospital administrators
·
Case managers
·
Other interested individuals
YOUR MAIN CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES
·
Dynamic Educational sessions
·
Welcoming Reception with Exhibitors
·
Continental breakfast on Thursday and Friday with Exhibitors
·
Continental breakfast on Saturday
·
Luncheon with Exhibitors on Thursday
·
Evening Event on Thursday
·
Annual Meeting and Luncheon on Friday
·
Refreshment Breaks
·
Final Conference Program Syllabus
·
Entrance to the Exhibit Hall
·
Continuing Education Credits
·
Continuing Medical Education Credits
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Main conference
registration does not include pre-conference workshops. All
registrants must pay in full before attending any sessions,
event or workshops. Complete the enclosed Registration Form and
mail, along with payment, to:
AOHP
109 VIP Drive, Suite 220
Wexford, PA 15090
Fax: 724-935-1560
Please do not fax
the registration form if payment is by check. Payment must accompany
registration form. Only registration with credit card payment can be
faxed for processing.
Pre-registration
for the conference is encouraged.
REFUNDS
A refund of all
registration fees, less 20%, will be made when a written request is
received on or before August 18, 2008. No refunds
will be made after this date.
CONFERENCE SYLLABUS
Your main
conference registration fee will include the conference syllabus in
notebook or CD format. Please indicate your choice on the
registration form and return the form with the appropriate
registration fee. If you do not indicate your selection on the
registration, it will be defaulted to CD syllabus. If you
selected the CD syllabus and would like to have a notebook syllabus
as well, it will be available at the discounted price of $24 for
conference registrants. Place your order prior to the conference.
The notebook syllabus will be distributed onsite at the registration
desk.
If you are unable
to attend the conference and would like to have a copy of the
Conference Syllabus, the cost will be $40 for members and $50 for
non-members. The conference CD syllabus will be $20 for members and
$30 for non-members.
GUESTS
Guests of AOHP
conference registrants may register in advance or at the AOHP
registration area to obtain a badge for admittance to the AOHP
exhibit hall only. The fee includes admittance to the
activities/meals listed below. All guests must be registered in
order to enter the hall and be accompanied by a registered
conference attendee at all times during their visit.
Guest Meal Ticket
(for family or guest of registrant)
$20.00
Welcome Reception (Wednesday)
$40.00
Evening Event (Thursday)
$10.00
Breakfast each day (Thursday, Friday or
Saturday)
SPECIAL REQUESTS
If you are aware
of any disability that might prevent you from participating in any
part of this conference, please call AOHP Headquarters at (800)
362-4347 so that we may work with you to make the necessary
arrangements to allow your full participation. Also, please notify
headquarters if you have any dietary restrictions.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Before you
travel, plan ahead. Click on the Denver, CO official website
www.denver.orgto see where
to go.
Let the hotel
know you will arrive late when you make your hotel reservation.
If your flight is delayed, make sure to inform hotel as soon as
possible to secure your booking.
Take your
expensive jewelry/valuables with you or put them in the hotel
safe. Don’t leave them in your room.
View the
agenda ahead of time. Make sure you know when and where the
sessions/event will be held and be prompt as a courtesy to the
speaker and other attendees.
Meeting rooms
in the hotel are often too cold or too warm. Dress in layers and
bring sweaters/shawls and socks with you.
There are
restaurants and shopping areas within walking distance from the
hotel. Make sure you bring a pair of comfortable walking shoes.
Remember to
bring lots of business cards. You will need the business cards
for networking, exhibitors and door prizes drawings.