Event Highlights
Tuesday, September 29
WELCOME RECEPTION • 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Room: Blue Ballroom
You are invited to join the RCPA Board of Directors, staff, and your colleagues for the Welcome Reception. The reception features hors d’oeuvres and beverages, and offers a valuable first networking opportunity with colleagues, speakers, and other guests. Conference Committee members and RCPA staff are on hand to answer questions, make introductions, and provide directions and tips for an enjoyable week.
Sponsored by OneWell Health Care.
Wednesday, September 30
GENTLE YOGA AND BREATHWORK (All Levels) 6:30 am – 7:30 am
Room: Cocoa Terrace
Judge Victor Reyes will lead you through some simple yoga movements and proven breath work practices to reduce stress buildup, center your mind, and create a sense of calm. These techniques are great tools to use each morning, driving to work, or before bedtime (chair yoga or standing).
Wednesday, September 30
ASSOCIATION AWARDS LUNCHEON • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Room: Red Ballroom
You are invited to join the RCPA Board of Directors, staff, and your colleagues for the Welcome Reception. The reception features hors d’oeuvres and beverages, and offers a valuable first networking opportunity with colleagues, speakers, and other guests. Conference Committee members and RCPA staff are on hand to answer questions, make introductions, and provide directions and tips for an enjoyable week.
Sponsored by OneWell Health Care.
Thursday, October 1
SUNRISE YOGA (All Levels) 6:30 am – 7:30 am
Room: Cocoa Terrace
Cheryl Dondero will guide you through a good morning stretch, connecting breath and mindful movement. This class will be all about creating a gentle, yet energizing start to your day, so you will feel calm, focused, and balanced. The class ends with a five-minute guided meditation and relaxation to connect your mind, body, and spirit. All levels are welcome.
As the Vice President of Government Affairs at Gaudenzia, Cheryl is responsible for creating and maintaining effective, collaborative relationships with Gaudenzia’s regulatory agencies, provider associations, funders, and referral sources. Cheryl has been very vocal about Gaudenzia’s significant role in her own recovery journey from substance use disorder, and she continues to advocate for the recovery community in all aspects of her life. In her free time, she is an instructor of both dance and Yoga for 12-Step Recovery (Y12SR).
Monday to Wednesday, September 28 – 30 • 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thursday, October 1 • 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
HOSPITALITY SUITE
Room: Cocoa Terrace
Relax and unwind, catch up with colleagues, and enjoy some social time at the RCPA Hospitality Suite!
- Tuesday: Rich Fehle, acoustic guitar
- Wednesday: Nittany Entertainment DJ and photo booth
- Thursday: Musical entertainment by Dave Gates
Tuesday, September 29 • 8:00 am – 7:30 pm
Wednesday, September 30 • 8:00 am – 6:30 pm
Thursday, October 1 • 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
SILENT AUCTION
Room: Registration Area
We are excited to once again host the RCPA silent auction, benefiting the RCPA PAC. RCPA continues to raise funds for the RCPA PAC to provide financial support to state legislators who have demonstrated a strong, consistent, and positive interest in our issues and priorities. Place your bids for some great prizes and support the RCPA PAC!
