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SUMMARY:17th Annual 49er Conference
DESCRIPTION:17th Annual 49er Conference\n“The Focus Foundation will be following all COVID-19 safety guidelines for those in attendance.” \nCovid-19 has greatly impacted us all and we are so happy to be back with our 49er families for this 2021 49er Conference and Clinic! \nWHAT: The Focus Foundation’s Annual 49er Conference \nWHEN: Thursday\, August 12th\, 2021 \nWHERE: The Focus Foundation Offices: 2225-D Defense Hwy\, Crofton\, MD 21114 \nCOST: There is no cost for this conference. \nHere is what will remain the same for this year’s conference: \n\nThere are still rooms available for your family’s stay blocked for your convenience at The Annapolis Country Inn & Suites. Contact them and let them know you are with The Focus Foundation. Annapolis Country Inn & Suites: 410-571-6700\nYou will meet with our 49\, XXXXY specialist team: Neurodevelopment\, Neurogenetics\, Orthopedics\, Physical Therapy\, Dental\, Speech & Language\, Immunology\, Endocrine.\nFull Neurodevelopmental Evaluations are available with Dr. Sprouse. However\, with limited capacity and will take place from Monday\, August 9th – Wednesday\, August 11th\, 2021.\n\nThe safety of our families and our team is our utmost priority\, and The Focus Foundation will continue to monitor developments and safety guidelines affiliated with COVID-19 protocol. Here is what will be a bit different to accommodate COVID-19 regulations. \n\nThere will be no planned group gatherings.\nFacemasks\, temperature checks\, and a symptom questionnaire will be required for all attendees.\nWe are not able to provide any childcare for this conference. Please plan accordingly for siblings who may be traveling with you.\n\nQuestions? Please contact Carrie Bedard 443-223-7323 or Email: cbedard@thefocusfoundation.org \n  \nDownload Registration Form \n[/cmsms_text][/cmsms_column][/cmsms_row]
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/17th-annual-49er-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190713
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
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SUMMARY:16th Annual 49er Conference
DESCRIPTION:16th Annual 49er Conference\nWHEN:\nJuly 10th – July 12th\, 2019 \nWHERE:\nAnnapolis\, MD \nCOST:\n$150 per family\nStreaming Video $50\nOptional Child Care charges for Conference $35 for 49er and $10 for siblings \nWHAT’S INCLUDED:\n\nWelcome Reception: July 10th (evening) 7-8 pm\nConference Clinic Consultations: July 11th\nConference Sessions: July 12th and Lunch\n\nEvent Registration Form: Register by June 15 \n \nQuestions? Call 410-768-7934 or email teresa@thefocusfoundation.org for registration information.
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/16th-annual-49er-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190412T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20180820T193503Z
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SUMMARY:Australian X and Y Chromosome Variation Conference
DESCRIPTION:Australia\, We’re Coming. X & Y Chromosome Conference.\nThe Focus Foundation is thrilled to be bringing their team of X and Y experts to Australia for the first time in April of 2019! This Australian conference will feature our team of X and Y Chromosome Specialists in Neurodevelopment\, Neurogenetics\, Endocrinology\, PT\, Immunology\, Executive Functioning\, Oral Motor and Speech and Language. Speakers will cover all variations and will discuss the most up to date and innovative treatments available. \nWHEN: Friday\, April 12th 2019\, 9am – 4:30pm \nWHERE: Auditorium of Queensland Children’s Hospital\, Brisbane\, Australia \nCOST: $125 US Dollars / $175 Australian Dollars \nACCOMMODATIONS: The Brisbane Marriott Hotel\, within 10 minutes of both the clinic and conference centers\, are happy to present all conference attendees with a discounted rate during their April 2019 stay. Please use the following link to secure your reservation – The Focus Foundation Clinic Rate \nDownload Conference Registration Form:
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/australian-x-and-y-chromosome-variation-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181203
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
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SUMMARY:UK X & Y Chromosome Conference
DESCRIPTION:UK X & Y Chromosome Conference\nWHEN:\nNovember 30th – December 2nd\, 2018 \nWHERE:\nThornton Manor in Wirral\, Cheshire\, UK \nFEE:\n134 Pounds\, or 151 Euros ($175 USD) per family\n\nWHAT’S INCLUDED:\nIncludes Interviews with specialists and Saturday conference. Lunch is included on Saturday. \nWe are opening up our Annual UK X and Y Chromosome Conference to all variations! All welcome: 47\, XXY\, 47\, XYY\, 47\, XXX\, 48\, XXXY\, 48\, XXYY\, and 49\, XXXXY. \nIncluding individual consultations and meetings with our XY Specialists in Neurodevelopment\, Neurogenetics\, Endocrinology\, PT\, Executive Functioning\, Speech and Language\, and Immunology. \nHOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:\nThornton Manor is offering discounted rates to all families at the UK Conference. Please contact their main office for reservations and let them know you are attending The Focus Foundation conference. \nDownload Hotel Prices Flyer:  \nEmail teresa@thefocusfoundation.org for more information or register online below. \nOr Mail registration form to The Focus Foundation\, 820 W Central Ave #190\, Davidsonville\, MD 21035 USA.  Checks for the conference are to be made out to The Focus Foundation\, or use PayPal at the website. \nDownload Event Registration Form:  \nQuestions?  Contact teresa@thefocusfoundation.org or 410-798-7934
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/uk-x-y-chromosome-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180721
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20180206T181928Z
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SUMMARY:15th Annual 49er Conference
DESCRIPTION:15th Annual 49er Conference\nWHEN:\nJuly 18th – July 20th\, 2018 \nWHERE:\nAnnapolis\, MD \nCOST:\n$150 per family\nStreaming Video $50\nOptional Child Care charges for Friday’s Conference \nWHAT’S INCLUDED:\n\nWelcome Reception: July 18th\nClinical Rotations with 49ers Specialist Team: July 19th\nSpecialist Conference: July 20th\n\nHOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:\nThe Country Inn and Suites in Annapolis\nCall 410.571.6700 or Toll-free 800.596.2375. \n*Conference Rate available until June 15\, 2018 \nEvent Details:  \n \nEvent Registration Form: Register by June 15 \n \nEmail sprousekids@yahoo.com for registration information or register online below. \nREGISTER ONLINE: \n*Registration is open now. Early Bird by June 1st!
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/15th-annual-49er-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171109
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20170828T173103Z
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SUMMARY:XY Chromosomal Variation Conference
DESCRIPTION:Special 49er Conference in England\nVery excited to announce our opening of the European X & Y Chromosomal program sponsored by The Focus Foundation. We are planning to visit England at Thornton Manor. It is a challenging task to relocate our office for a week “across the pond” but we are thrilled for the opportunity to see you and your children. We hope to develop an outstanding program for all families in Europe. \nWHEN:\nNovember 6th – 8th\, 2017 \nWHERE:\nThornton Manor in Wirral\, Cheshire\, UK \nFEE:\n148 pounds ($175 USD) per family and includes interviews\, presentations and Tuesday Lunch.\n\nWHAT’S INCLUDED:\nMonday\, November 6 and Wednesday\, November 8 (limited number if needed) Interview rotations of 40 minutes with special providers including: Immunologist\, Neurodevelopmentalist\, Neurologist and Geneticist\, Pediatric Physical Therapist and Speech and Language Pathologist. \nPresentations for all families on Tuesday\, November 7 starting at 9:30 a.m. Topics: Speech and Language\, Sensory\, Behavior\, and Immunology. Includes lunch. \nHOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:\nDiscounted rates on accomadations at Thornton Manor in Wirral\, Cheshire\, UK. (We are receiving discounted rates on the rooms through the generosity of the family.) \nDownload Event Registration Form: \n \nEmail teresa@thefocusfoundation.org for more information or register online below.\n*Registration and Payment deadline Friday October 6. \nREGISTER / PAY ONLINE:\n*2017 UK family registration 148 GPD (175 USD)
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/special-49er-conference-in-england/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170805
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SUMMARY:14th Annual 49er Conference
DESCRIPTION:14th Annual 49er Conference\nWHEN:\nAugust 2nd – August 4th\, 2017 \nWHERE:\nThe Country Inn and Suites in Annapolis\, MD \nCOST:\n$150 per family\nStreaming Video $50\nOptional Child Care charges for Friday’s Conference \nWHAT’S INCLUDED:\n\nWednesday Welcome Reception with Finger Foods\nThursday Specialist Rotations 20 minute rotations with each specialist\, including: Prosthodontist\,Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist\, Pediatric Genetics& Neurology\, Pediatric OT\, Pediatric Immunologist\, Pediatric PT\, Adult PT\, Neurodevelopmentalist\,Orthopedics\, and a Genetic Counselor\nFriday Conference with Lunch\n\nHOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:\nThe Country Inn and Suites in Annapolis\nCall 410.571.6700 or Toll-free 800.596.2375.   \n*Conference Rate available until July 5\, 2017 \nEvent Registration Form: \n \nEmail sprousekids@yahoo.com for registration information or register online below.
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/14th-annual-49er-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170625T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20170206T163301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T194818Z
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SUMMARY:Annapolis\, Maryland X & Y Variations Conference
DESCRIPTION:Optimizing the Outcome of X & Y Variations in Children\nFeaturing specialists who are experts in the field of XXY in their specialty\, a parent and patient QA panel.\n*All XY Variations and family members encouraged. \nHOW TO REGISTER:\nContact: dexy@thefocusfoundation.org \n**The first 50 families to register will be entered to win a FREE evaluation with Dr. Sprouse \nView flyer for more information: \n \nDownload Registration Form:
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/annapolis-maryland-x-y-variations-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20170429T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20170429T223000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20170313T163417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T194009Z
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SUMMARY:Italian Dinner Show
DESCRIPTION:Italian Dinner Show\nRegistration: $65 USD\n\nSunday\, April 29\, 8:30pm\n \nAn additional $65 USD for adults\, children are free For families coming from other European countries \nContact Paolo Dambria at pd110377@libero.it to arrange transports and accommodations.
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/italian-dinner-show/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170501
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20170313T162221Z
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SUMMARY:European X & Y Chromosomal Conference  – Canosa di Puglia\, Italy
DESCRIPTION:European X & Y Chromosomal Conference – Canosa di Puglia\, Italy\nRegistration: $65 USD\n\nWe are very excited to announce our Second Conference of the European X & Y Chromosomal program sponsored by The Focus Foundation in conjunction with “A.L.M.A. 48-49 x\,y ONLUS”\, a new families association. We are planning to visit Canosa di Puglia (BT)\, Italy April 27\, 28\, 29\, and 30. \nThe conference is at “Palazzo Mariano” – Via Santa Lucia\, Canosa di Puglia (BT)\, Italy on Thursday\, April 27\, Friday\, April 28 and Sunday\, April 30.\n (limited number if needed)\nThere are Parent coaching/specialist sessions for 40 minutes with each of the five pediaitrc providers.  Children with 49\, XXXXY are 48\, XXXY are given a priority for scheduling until March 27th\, 2017. Then families of all children with 47\, XXY\, 47\, XXX and 47\, XYY are welcome to arrange specialist sessions with our five providers. Space is limited so please submit request as soon as possible. Request must be received by March 27 to obtain a visit. \nSpecialists include:\nImmunologist\nNeurodevelopmentalist\nNeurologist and Geneticist\nPediatric Physical Therapist\nSpeech and Language Pathologist \nSaturday\, April 29\nThere will be various presentations by our experts for all families and providers starting at 9:30 a.m – 5pm.\n(The conference is open to all families of children who have X and Y Chromosomal Variations including 47\, 48\, and 49 disorders.) \nTopics and Speakers:\n47\, XXY\, 48\, XXXY and 49\, XXXXY: Optimizing Neurodevelopmental Outcome Based on your Disorder and Personalize your Child’s Treatment by Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse \nTreatment Considerations in the Speech and Language and Communication of Children with Extra X Chromosomes Ayesha Ganges\, MA CCC-SPL \nThe Development of Neuromotor Skills and Motor Proficiency in Children with X and Y Chromosomal Variations Dr. Francie Mitchell \nInsights Into Immunological Issue Associated with X and Y Chromosomal Variations Dr. Gretchen Harmon \nThe Neurological Underpinnings of X and Y Chromosomal Variations and Impact on Outcome Dr. Andrea Gropman \n8:30 p.m. Dinner Show: An additional $65 USD (€60 Euros) for adults and children are free at “Sala Ricevimenti Lo Smeraldo”\nClick here for more information or to register for the dinner. \n*This is a fundraiser for “A.L.M.A. 48-49 x\,y ONLUS” \nPlease respond with attendance to cbedard@thefocusfoundation.org by April 14.\nContact Paolo D’Ambra at pd110377@libero.it  for Dinner Show information and any travel questions. \nCo-sponsored by The Focus Foundation and “A.L.M.A. 48-49 x\,y ONLUS” \nFOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:\ncbedard@thefocusfoundation.org
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/european-x-y-chromosomal-conference-italy/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170129
DTSTAMP:20260423T154912
CREATED:20170126T184857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T194706Z
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SUMMARY:San Francisco X & Y Variations Conference
DESCRIPTION:Optimizing the Outcome of X & Y Variations in Children\nFeaturing specialists who are experts in the field of XXY in their specialty\, a parent and patient QA panel.\n*All XY Variations and family members encouraged. \nHOW TO REGISTER:\nContact: cbedard@thefocusfoundation.org\nRegistration: $199\nEarly Bird through 12/31: $170 \n**The first 50 families to register will be entered to win a FREE evaluation with Dr. Sprouse \nView flyer for more information:\n \n \n 
URL:https://thefocusfoundation.org/event-archive/san-francisco-x-y-variations-conference-january-2017/
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