Upcoming Events
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Continuous Dates Nationwide, Canada, Australia and Europe

Learn an integrated holistic writing process: Progoff Intensive Journal® Program. An empowering tool for mind-body-spirit growth. Develop a professional career path, reduce stress, expand counseling skills, gain energy, and become more creative and intuitive.  Attend a workshop or bring one to your AHNA chapter. Contact Jon Progoff @ (800) 221-5844 info@intensivejournal.org Visit:  www.intensivejournal.org

These workshops have been approved for continuing education credits by the New York State Nurses Ass’n (ANA Accred) -12 hour format and California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 15073)  
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Continued dates- Nationwide

10-week Mindfulness-Based Chronic Pain Management (MBCPM) program is tailored to accommodate limitations experienced by chronic pain sufferers. Learn methods complementary to conventional medical treatment, become aware of thoughts & emotions that affect pain & leverage the healing links between mind & body. Many of the 2,000+ students who have completed the course experience considerably less disability & suffering. Register at www.emindful.com; enter code AHNA Receive special course pricing!

Nursing contact hours are approved by the CA Board of Registered Nursing Provider No. 11646

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March 15, 2010

Charlotte McGuire Scholarships - Available to AHNA members who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate professional education.  Completed applications must be returned by March 15 of the year for which the scholarship is awarded.



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April 7, 2010
Milwaukee, WI

South Eastern Wisconsin Network Presents – Hypnotherapy & Holographic Memory Resolution by Patricia Lawn, CH. CSW. This 7-9PM meeting will be held @ Westwood Health & Fitness Center, Pewaukee, WI.  All are Welcome! Call Barbara Lemke (920) 285-4635 or Arleen Hollenhorst (262) 255-6635 for more info.

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April 7 - 10
San Antonio, TX
 
The Society for the Advancement of Modleing and Role-Modeling is pleased to sponsor the national conference: "Facilitating Spiritual wellness: The Essence of Holistic Nursing and Health." We are honored to have Helen Erickson, PhD,RN, AHN-BC, FAAN; Christopher Johns,PhD, RN; and Julia Riley, MN, RN, AHN-BC as our featured speakers. Conference Topics Include:  Reflective Practice, Use of Expressive Arts in Hospice, Facilitating Spiritual Wellbeing throughout the Lifespan,  Promotion of Self-care and Spirituality, Dimensions of Spirituality & more. 17.5 + CNE hrs available. CNE hours are approved for AHNCC Holistic Nursing certification or recertification requirements. For details go to: www.mrmnursingtheory.org/Conference2010Registr.htm

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April 10 - 11
Tempe, AZ
 
Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine Topics include: Pelvic Decongestants; Cardiovascular Blood Markers; Top Ten Aromatic Herbs; Uses and Cautions for Prescription-Only Botanicals; Herb Walks; Medicine Making Demonstrations.  Keynote speaker: Rosita Arvigo of Belize. Preconference intensive on April 9: Women’s Health: Alternatives to Statins, the HPV Vaccine, Antidepressants and Anxiolytics. CE credits. Information 800-252-0688 or www.botanicalmedicine.org

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April 15, 2010

Holistic Nurse of the Year Award Nominations Due
The Holistic Nurse of the Year (HNY) award is presented annually to recognize outstanding achievement in the field of holistic nursing.  Any registered nurse who is an active member of the AHNA is eligible to be nominated for the award.  Application deadline each year is April 15.   


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April 15 - 18, 2010
Leyden, MA

The Integrative Healing Arts Program Session One at Angels' Rest Retreat
Center.  Study holistic nursing and complementary modalities while you renew
your 'nursing spirit'. Educational preparation for the holistic nursing
board exam and contact hours for re-certification. 413-586-5551 or
info@birchtreecenter.com    www.birchtreecenter.com

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April 25, 2010
National Cathedral Wahington, DC.

2010 International Year of the Nurse Commemorative Global Service
www.2010iynurse.net/Documents/SavetheDateCathedralBrochure.pdf 

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April 28-30, 2010
Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV

HOLISTIC TREATMENT~ Changing the Way We Look at Recovery~ Body, Mind, Spirit" This exciting conference brings together top clinicians & researchers in the holistic treatment world. It presents the 21st Century approach to dual diagnosis treatment that integrates crucial body, mind & spirit repair with established treatment strategies. Learn from experts in the field including, John Giordano, Dr. Kenneth Blum, Dr. Stephen Schoenthaler, Dr.Paul Harch, Dr. Hyla Cass, Debbie Ford & many more.....Learn more  go to www.FoundationsEvents.com or call Jesse Fortner at 1 -877-345-3360

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April 30 – May 1, 2010
Paradise Point Resort and Spa,1404 Vacation Rd.San Diego, CA 92109

Integrative and Holistic Nursing Conference: Bringing Healing to You and Your Patients -This course provides an evidenced-based overview of holistic and integrative nursing. The latest research on nutrition, nutriceuticals and mind-body-spirit medicine will be presented by experts in the field of integrative holistic health. The provider is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP15030, for 11.5 contact hours. Contact hours will be provided by Scripps Health. Contact hours for one-day registration available. Registration fees are as follows:• Until March 31 – $350 • April 1-27 – $400 • After April 27 – $425 To register or for more information, please contact Conference Services and CME at 858-652-5400 or med.edu@scrippshealth.org, or visit www.scripps.org/conferenceservices.

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May 7, 2010

Kyana Holistic Nurses Association: is planning networking day to kick off nurses week on Friday May 7, 2010 at Norton Hospital from 11:00-3:00. There will be an open house even for networking & sharing on how hospitals, schools or nursing and facilities are promoting holism. There will be a scavenger hunt that each participant will be given to match which facility is doing what regarding holism.

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May 7-14, 2010
San Francisco, CA
 
Introduction to Anthroposophic Nursing with international faculty:  Christoph von Dach RN , Michaela Gloeckler MD  and others. CONTACT HOURS.  Hands-on holistic nursing treatments; Topics in anthroposophic and holistic nursing; Daily eurythmy movement; Holistic oncologic nursing.  Register at www.paam.net  Contact us at paamdrscourse@anthroposophy.org
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May 12, 2010

Nightingale Moment - Noon (Local Time)
On May 12 at noon, every nurse around the world is invited to pause, take a moment of silence or create a healing ceremony or ritual in celebration and dedication of the heart and spirit of nursing.  Learn more.

Find Nurses' Week or Nightingale Moment events on our Nightingale Moment Events page.



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May 2010
Milwaukee, WI

South Eastern Wisconsin Network – Lamplight Walk – Place and Date – TBA.

June 3-6, 2010
Colorado Springs, CO

American Holistic Nurses Association’s 30th Annual Conference –Re-Visioning Environment: Creating a Habitat for Healing. Discover unique ways to enrich your practice, teaching, and research through the creation of caring/ healing environments.

Featured speakers include:
 
  * Jean Watson PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, the renowned nurse-theorist and author
 
* Janet Quinn PhD, RN, FAAN international speaker, author and 1990 Holistic Nurse of the Year.

You are invited to collaborate with hundreds of holistic nurses in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO. Find out more at http://www.ahna.org/tabid/1200/Default.aspx

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June 7, 2010
Flemington, NJ

Hunterdon County Network Meeting - Hunterdon Medical Center 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ. Conference room C, 5-7 pm.  $50/yr Membership fee covers all presentations & publications for the year. Each meeting is a $20/fee for non-members. A light dinner is provided at each meeting. Most presentations include CEU's. For more info. contact Donna Reagan (908) 788-6180, reagan.donna@hunterdonhealthcare.org.

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June 24-27, 2010
Mahwah, NJ

The Integrative Healing Arts Program. Session One at Carmel Retreat Center.
Study holistic nursing and complementary modalities while you renew your
'nursing spirit'. Educational preparation for the holistic nursing board
exam and contact hours for re-certification..  413-586-5551 or
info@birchtreecenter.com   www.birchtreecenter.com

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August 4, 2010
Milwaukee, WI

South Eastern Wisconsin Network – Picnic – Place TBA.





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September 13, 2010
Flemington, NJ

Hunterdon County Network Meeting - Hunterdon Medical Center 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ. Conference room C, 5-7 pm.  $50/yr Membership fee covers all presentations & publications for the year. Each meeting is a $20/fee for non-members. A light dinner is provided at each meeting. Most presentations include CEU's. For more info. contact Donna Reagan (908) 788-6180, reagan.donna@hunterdonhealthcare.org.

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February 1, 2011

AHNA Research Grants
Research Grants are available to AHNA members who are conducting research on topics related to holistic nursing and have been members of AHNA for at least one year.  Application deadline each year is February 1.   


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February 15, 2011

AHNA Conference Scholarship
AHNA offers up to 3 full student conference registrations to qualified student members. Application deadline is February 15.




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February 15, 2011

Excellence in Holistic Nursing Education Award
AHNA offers this award for schools, programs and departments of nursing that offer a degree in nursing and demonstrate a strong commitment to holistic nursing. Applications are due February 15.
 


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