Scleroderma Foundation eLetter
eLetter #442
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Greetings!  

Conference Registration is Open
See You in Dallas July 27-29!

Registration Open 2011 The Scleroderma Foundation and the Texas Bluebonnet Chapter are pleased to announce that the 2012 National Patient Education Conference will be held Friday, July 27, through Sunday, July 29, at the Gaylord Texan Hotel and Conference Center in Grapevine, Texas, about 20 minutes outside Dallas.

The conference will offer you insightful, meaningful educational and research-related information in a supportive environment. With more than 50 workshops, dozens of exhibitors and the chance to meet other patients and caregivers, the weekend's activities offer an excellent opportunity for attendees.

The early bird deadline is Friday, June 29. The cost to attend is:
  • $195 for Scleroderma Foundation members
  • $245 for non-members
  • $130 for meals only (no entrance to workshops or general sessions).
  • $25 for children under 12.
The registration fee goes up on Saturday, June 30. We have sold out the past two years! Don't miss your chance to meet renowned scleroderma researchers and clinicians from around the world. Register today!

applyscholarshipScholarships Are Available
Apply by Friday, April 20 

Apply for conference scholarship Conference scholarships are intended for those who would be unable to attend without outside financial assistance. We regret we are unable to assist all those who apply for conference scholarships; however, the Foundation will use the resources of our scholarships funds to assist as many applicants as we are able. A patient-led committee will administer the award process based on available funds.

Learn more about the scholarship program, download the application and more now.

supportSupport the Scholarship Fund

Your Gift Matters 

Donate to scholarship fund.
Last year, we were able to provide 18 full scholarships and seven partial scholarships to first-time conference attendees. Scholarship recipients traveled to San Francisco from 13 U.S. states, Canada and Mexico. 

Please help support the Scleroderma Foundation National Conference Scholarship Program with a gift today. The more dollars we can raise together, the more opportunities we have for new and aspiring attendees.

Make a gift today and make a difference in someone's life. 

reserveReserve Your Room at the Gaylord Texan   


The Gaylord Texan Resort and Conference Center is located on 150 acres of land about six minutes away from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and overlooks scenic Lake Grapevine. The resort is just minutes from various attractions such as Six Flags Over Texas, Ballpark at Arlington (the home to the Texas Rangers), Dallas Cowboys Stadium, Grapevine Mills shopping center and more.

Every guestroom features high-speed wireless internet access, two phones, coffee service, fridge, and iron and ironing board. Conference attendees also will receive the following with the special group rate:

  • Local phone calls up to 20 minutes
  • Toll-free and credit card calls up to 20 minutes
  • Bottled water (two per day)
  • Access to the resort's state-of-the-art fitness center and waterpark
  • Daily newspaper
  • Wireless internet access in each guestroom and throughout the hotel
  • Discounted shuttle service to Grapevine Mills shopping center and Downtown Grapevine

GUEST ROOM RATES (per night)

  • Single/Double: $165
  • Executive Suite: $399
  • Deluxe Suites: $599 

Book your room now at the discounted rate! (Remember to use the group code A-SDF12)

 

Note: The hotel cannot guarantee your room location, bed type or other special requests at the time of check-in. To book a "shared" reservation and split your charges with another attendee, please call the hotel reservations office at (866) 782-7897. You may check or cancel an existing reservation online  or call (817) 778-2000.  

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