DoubleTree by Hilton Syracuse
6301 State Route 298
Syracuse, NY 13057

September 17, 2024
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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General registration will remain open until September 6th.
The E-MDT Conference Room block is now closed. Contact the hotel directly to secure your own room.

Join us as we bring together the New York State Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams (E-MDTs) to enhance knowledge on topics related to elder abuse, strengthen partnerships and increase collaboration across the statewide E-MDT network.

Featuring

This year Erica and Fred will facilitate the conference opening, an emerging topics session, and the closing session in order to:
• Ignite our enthusiasm for a day of learning and collaboration;
• Engage us in conversations about emerging topics and resource sharing related to elder abuse;
• Help us form new connections and discover new opportunities with each other; and
• Ensure each person leaves with meaningful insights and clear next steps.

We are thrilled to welcome back Erica Marx and Fred Brown after last year’s dynamic and engaging presentations. 

Workshops

Complexities of Capacity and Decision-Making Abilities

In this workshop, Dr. Mott will share her expertise as a geriatric psychiatrist, focusing on the complexities of capacity and decision-making abilities as well as neurological and psychiatric conditions that can affect capacity. She will delve into her thought process, detailing what she listens for and the questions she asks during an E-MDT case presentation. The discussion will encompass the assessment of medical and financial decision-making capacity, including how to identify when a capacity assessment is needed and the purpose and reasoning behind the assessment.

Brittany Mott, MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist,
University of Rochester Medical Center

E-MDT Membership: 19 NYS E-MDTs

Prosecuting Power of Attorney Abuse: A Case Review

Join Schenectady County ADA William Lemon for an insightful workshop on the successful prosecution of a financial exploitation case involving Power of Attorney abuse against an older adult in NYS. Learn about the investigative techniques, legal strategies, and collaborative efforts with law enforcement and other E-MDT members that led to a conviction. This session will provide valuable information on navigating the complexities of prosecuting such cases to protect vulnerable populations.

William Lemon
Assistant District Attorney
Schenectady County District Attorney’s Office

E-MDT Membership: Schenectady County, 2 years

Name that Scam

Name that Scam takes a fun spin on a serious topic. In this engaging and educational workshop, inspired by the classic game show "Name that Tune," participants will combine the excitement of a game show with the critical skills of scam and fraud prevention and detection. This session will not only enhance your ability to recognize and avoid different types of scams but also equip you with practical knowledge to safeguard personal and financial information. Additionally, you will gain valuable insights to advise clients on how to prevent and respond to current scams.

Dan Lyon and Justin McCabe
Scam and Fraud Prevention Program
Upstate Elder Abuse Center at Lifespan

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  • Register online

    Each person must register individually. Group registrations cannot be processed.

    Register by August 9th if you wish to secure a hotel room. General registration will remain open until September 6th.

    Registration Fee

    The E-MDT Conference registration fee is $25.00. This registration fee includes the full day conference, continental breakfast and lunch on September 17. Complimentary coffee and tea breaks will be available at designated times the day of the conference.

    All travel-related expenses, and other meals are the responsibility of the participant.

    If the $25.00 fee will prevent you from attending, please contact us at emdt@lifespan-roch.org, for scholarship assistance. A limited number of scholarships are available.

    Conference Cancellations:

    In order to be reimbursed for your registration fee, cancellations must be made prior to 3:00pm on Friday, September 6th, in writing to Lifespan at emdt@lifespan-roch.org.

  • DoubleTree by Hilton Syracuse- 6301 State Route 298 Syracuse, NY 13057 315-432-0200

    Check In time: 4:00 pm Check Out time: 11:00 am

    The first 65 registrants who travel 50 miles or more from their homes are eligible for a complimentary one-night hotel stay.

    Lifespan will arrange hotel reservations for those who register by August 9th based on the check-in and check-out dates provided. You will receive an email from emdt@lifespan-roch.org from the by August 31st confirming you are included in the E-MDT Conference/Lifespan room block.

    If you plan to stay more than one night, please specify your check-in and check-out dates on the registration page. A member of the Conference Planning Committee will contact you to arrange payment for the additional night.

    Note that the hotel will require a credit card for incidentals for all overnight guests upon check-in.

    In the event the room block is filled, you will be notified within two business days of your registration via email. You will be given the option to have your registration fee reimbursed or provide confirmation of a credit card to be used to secure your hotel room. A wait list for complimentary rooms will be created.

  • We understand things come up, and you may not be able to attend the conference.

    The registration fee is non-refundable for cancellations received after September 6th. To request reimbursement, cancellation must be emailed to Lifespan at emdt@lifespan-roch.org by Friday, September 6th.

    To avoid being billed for the hotel room by Lifespan, cancellation must be emailed to Lifespan at emdt@lifespan-roch.org by Friday, September 6th.

    We kindly ask that you still inform us if you are unable to attend even if after this date.

  • This conference is eligible for up to 4.5 hours of Social Work Continuing Education Hours.

    Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers - #SW-0089.

  • We are excited to capture moments of collaboration from the E-MDT Conference this year! Images and/or videos may be used for future educational, publicity or promotional purposes by the conference organizers and/or contracted speakers.

    By attending this event, attendees acknowledge and allow the conference organizers of the event and Erica Marx Unlimited, L.L.C. the right and permission to use my photograph or my appearance. Attendees waive any inspection or approval of the finished materials, and release the conference organizers and Erica Marx Unlimited, L.L.C. from liability for any use of the materials or for any claim of alteration. Attendees will not be offered compensation.

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