MDA's Annual Myotonic Dystrophy Weekend in Manattan Beach, CA, October 2-3, 2010

The Muscular Dystrophy Association is hosting its annual myotonic dystrophy weekend, October 2-3, 2010 in Manhattan Beach, CA. The weekend includes a Young Adult Retreat and a Family Conference discussing topics: Understanding What Role Genetics Plays in MMD; Decision Making, Thinking and Processing Issues in MMD and How to Create and Maintain a Functional Family and Support System. Admission is FREE.

SATURDAY, October 2, 2010
MDAASG YOUNG ADULT RETREAT Sponsored by AHLIFE
Young Adult Retreat gives the opportunity for those 16 years of age through late 30s with cognition, social skills and physical challenges to meet others. The focus is for the young adult to learn about MMD and how to manage their health issues. (RSVP mandatory)

"VIEW TO A CURE" FUNDRAISER
Evening of theater, food, wine, auction and friends
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center ….. "Beehive"

SUNDAY October 3, 2010
"FAMILY CONFERENCE" "Be Part of the Solution!!"
Marriott - Manhattan Beach, 1400 Parkview Ave. Manhattan Beach, California
RSVP Required …. CME's for Medical Professionals.... Admission is FREE

Conference Agenda
Understanding What Role Genetics Plays in MMD Now and in the Future "Can Your Genetics be the Keys to the Cure for MMD?"
 - Maurice Swanson, M.S., PhD, Genetic Institute, University of Florida

Take the Guess Work Out! Roadmap for Executive Decision Making, Thinking and Processing Issues in MMD
- John Danner, L.C.S.W. Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center

How to Create and Maintain a Functional Family and Support System
- Barry Cohen, PhD and MMD Parent

Learn more and register