Full House in Phoenix

 

The 2009 HDSA National Convention drew over 750 family members, researchers, clinicians and other interested parties to Phoenix. The opening ceremonies, Focus on Family Care Forum and the Research Forum drew capacity crowds, as did seven tracks of workshops.

 

To view presentations from the Convention workships, visit www.hdsa.org/convworkshops

 

Opening Ceremony

 

 

MSAC Chair Marcy MacoDonald Introduces Charles Sabine

 

HDSA CEO Louise Vetter Welcomes Attendees

 

 

 

Exhibit Hall with Memorial Quilt in background

 

NYA President Cathy Colyer presents award to Jean Miller

 

Saturday Morning Walk-a-Thon Participants

 

 

NYA Silent Auction Draws Attentive Bidders

 

Saturday Gala Candlelighting Ceremony

 

Barbara Boyle Honored by Glenn Smith, Walt Johnston, Kent Westbrook

 

Post Gala Dance Party in full swing -- until 1AM

 

Sunday Morning Roundtables