The Cicatricial Alopecia Research Foundation together with Dr. Nicole Rogers and the CARF New Orleans/South Louisiana Patient Support Group invite you and your family to attend a two-day educational conference. Learn more about the latest in research, treatment options, and network with other patients, loved ones, and physicians.

Why patients, families, friends, physicians, and nurses should attend:

• Learn more about the diagnoses and available treatments
• Discover the latest research breakthroughs for cicatricial alopecia
• Hear about cosmetic solutions
• Meet leading physicians and researchers in an informal setting
• Participate in small group discussions, network with one another and get support
• Enjoy all of these important benefits with the soul of New Orleans as the back drop. Be sure to take time to explore the wide variety of attractions this beautiful city has to offer.

Registration
Click the "Register" tab to access the registration form.  

Registration Fee Includes
Conference sessions on Saturday and Sunday, handout materials, coffee breaks, a boxed lunch on Saturday and one ticket to the Saturday CARF Dinner. There is an extra, nominal fee to attend the Friday evening Reception. There is not an additional fee, but registration is required, to attend the Sunday morning Express Yourself Support Groups.

Meeting Venue
Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center
1201 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA, USA
Tel: 1-866-311-1200 or 1-504-566-9990
Website: http://www.neworleanshamptoninns.com/hampton-inn-convention-center

Official Language
The official language of the Workshop is English. Simultaneous interpretation will not be provided.

Meeting Attire
Educational Sessions: casual attire.
Friday Evening Reception: casual attire. 
Saturday Dinner: casual attire.

Weather
New Orleans averages a daily maximum temperature for June that's between 89 and 92 degrees Fahrenheit (31 to 33 degrees Celsius). The minimum temperature usually falls between 71 and 73°F (21 to 23 °C). It is recommended to bring a sweater or light jacket for the educational sessions because hotel conference rooms can get chilly at times. It is also recommended to bring an umbrella as there is a moderate chance of rain.

Sunday Afternoon Social Gathering
Join fellow conference attendees at an unofficial volunteer-led event, hosted by Marilyn Ey, CARF volunteer and San Francisco support group leader, to relax and unwind after a busy educational conference. Meet in the breakfast room of the Hampton Inn & Suites Convention Center Hotel at 4:30PM on Sunday/June 5, to socialize and spend time with other conference attendees. There is no cost to participate in the event. Attendees must cover their own costs for any social activities they choose to participate in afterwards. 

Conference T-shirts

Renowned local artist and CARF Support Group Co-Leader Elayne Kuehler has designed a beautiful New Orleans-themed t-shirt to be sold to benefit CARF. T-shirts will cost $18 USD and be available in Azalea Pink cotton blend in sizes Small – Extra Large. Pre-order your t-shirt to guarantee your size is available.

Confirmation and Cancellation/Refund Policy
Upon receipt of your registration, we will send you a confirmation. If you do not receive an e-mailed confirmation letter, please contact us.  Cancellations received by May 24, 2016, will be refunded, less a $25 per person administration fee. Cancellations are not refundable after May 24, 2016.

Video & Photography Policy
Video and photography are prohibited at the conference. The only exception is photos taken by CARF appointed volunteers.

Cellular Phone Policy
We kindly ask that cellular phones are turned to vibrate during the education sessions and calls are taken in the hallway.

Persons with Disabilities
CARF fully complies with the legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of support services, please notify the Conference Registrar as soon as possible.

Conference Volunteers
We would love your help! If you would like to volunteer to help onsite with the conference, please e-mail us at info@carfintl.org. We will need help with: registration desk, greeters, photographer, and more. Thank you in advance!

Suggestions & Ideas Welcome
We are always looking for ways to improve and provide the best experience for our conference attendees. Please tell us your suggestions and ideas. E-mail:  info@carfintl.org.