May 4, 2007

Dale Chadwick of OPEN MINDS to Lead FFTA Pre-Conference Seminar on Evidence-Based Practices

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – Dale Chadwick of OPEN MINDS will lead a detailed discussion on evidence-based practices in the upcoming seminar “Clinical Management Tools for Implementing New Programs Using Evidence-Based Practices.” The seminar will be presented on July 29, 2007 in Orlando, Florida at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. This seminar is a pre-conference institute that is being held in conjunction with the FFTA Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care.

“Preparing your organization for change in order to keep up with the demand from payers to demonstrate the true value of your clinical services is essential for future success,” said Dale Chadwick. “In this seminar, I’ll help the participants learn new models of practice, by a step-by-step approach for restructuring clinical operations to an evidence-based practice (EBP) model.” In our one day clinical management briefing, participants will learn the practical tools necessary for implementing evidence-based practices within their organization. The seminar sessions include:

• An Introduction to Evidence-Based Practices (EBP)

• How to Select & Implement Evidence-Based Practices

• Examples of Revising Evidence-Based Practices: Case Studies that Illustrate the Potential of EBP

• How to Work With Professionals and Your Organization Around New Evidence-Based Practices

Dale Chadwick, M.B.A., OPEN MINDS Senior Consultant, brings over 20 years experience in the behavioral health industry. Ms. Chadwick is a senior executive with a proven record of success in managing operations, provider relationships, recruiting, reimbursement, and contracting. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Mental Health Community Centers, Inc. in Sarasota, Florida and has authored a number of journal articles for the behavioral health community. Ms. Chadwick graduated with honors with a Masters of Business Administration and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business, both from Boston University.

The Foster Family-based Treatment Association (FFTA) is committed to enhancing the lives of children within families through strengthening family-based organizations. FFTA is an agency-led association of over 400 treatment foster care providers located throughout North America. FFTA is the leading advocate for the development, evaluation, and recognition of treatment foster care. OPEN MINDS is a national behavioral health and social service industry market research and management consulting firm. Founded in 1987 and based in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the 75+ associates provide executive education, information, market research, and management consulting services.

For more information and a complete agenda, call toll free 877-350-6463 or go to: www.openminds.com/educ/omssm03.htm.

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