Welcome! LPA District 4 and the Southwest Chapter are excited to invite you to the 2019 Spring Regional in Fort Myers, Florida! It's been a few years since our district has been to the area and with the Southwest Chapter recently becoming active again, we are looking forward to hosting this event in their chapter! The Drury Inn & Suites is in a great location just minutes from shopping, dining and entertainment at the Gulf Coast Town Center. This newly built hotel is offering our LPA group a fantastic room rate of $99/night which includes several complimentary food and beverage options as well! The hotel is close to the Southwest Florida International Airport and attractions such as the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel. We have some fun things planned and a few special guests attending that's sure to make it a great time for everyone!
Regional Highlights: Welcome Meet & Greet, District Meeting, Doctors Panel Workshop, Doctor Consults, Boccia Ball, Bingo and more!
A few important things to know as you go through the registration information:
- LPA room block cut off date is April 12! *Hotel is sold out! See more info below.
- LPA Registration is online only. Paper form available by request.
- Register early and save! LPA Early Registration Deadline is April 23!
- Review the LPA Conference/Regional Membership Policy and Refund Policy.
- LPA Registration is required for everyone attending the regional.
- LPA name badges must be worn at all events.
- Read and sign the LPA Code of Conduct required by LPA.
It’s going to be a great weekend and one you won’t want to miss! If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out here. We look forward to seeing you in May!
Aimee Rudd
District 4 Director
Regional Highlights: Welcome Meet & Greet, District Meeting, Doctors Panel Workshop, Doctor Consults, Boccia Ball, Bingo and more!
A few important things to know as you go through the registration information:
- LPA room block cut off date is April 12! *Hotel is sold out! See more info below.
- LPA Registration is online only. Paper form available by request.
- Register early and save! LPA Early Registration Deadline is April 23!
- Review the LPA Conference/Regional Membership Policy and Refund Policy.
- LPA Registration is required for everyone attending the regional.
- LPA name badges must be worn at all events.
- Read and sign the LPA Code of Conduct required by LPA.
It’s going to be a great weekend and one you won’t want to miss! If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out here. We look forward to seeing you in May!
Aimee Rudd
District 4 Director
Main Hotel
Drury Inn & Suites
9950 University Plaza Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33913
239-267-1340
www.druryhotels.com/locations/fort-myers-fl
LPA Room Rate: $99/night plus tax
Guest rooms feature either a king or two queen-size beds with a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer and coffee maker.
Reservations: Call 800-325-0720 and use LPA group #2361321 or book online at www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=2361321. LPA room block reservation cut off date is April 12! *The hotel is sold out. If any rooms do become available after April 12 there is no guarantee the hotel will honor the LPA room rate. You can call the hotel periodically or there are other hotels nearby you can check for availability.
Check-In/Out Times:
Check-In time is 3:00 PM. Check-Out time is 11:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
You must cancel before 12:00 PM hotel time on day of arrival to avoid a charge. Cancelling your reservation after this deadline or failing to show will result in a non-refundable charge for 1 night per room to your credit card.
Hotel Information:
- The Drury Inn & Suites is conveniently located right off of I-75 and adjacent to the Gulf Coast Town Center with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby for everyone.
- Hotel is moments from historic attractions and beaches.
- Free wireless Internet access.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub.
- Free Hot Breakfast daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Free 5:30 Kickback® daily from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Kickback Menu
- Free Popcorn & Soda Fountain drinks daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Free Parking
9950 University Plaza Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33913
239-267-1340
www.druryhotels.com/locations/fort-myers-fl
LPA Room Rate: $99/night plus tax
Guest rooms feature either a king or two queen-size beds with a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer and coffee maker.
Reservations: Call 800-325-0720 and use LPA group #2361321 or book online at www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=2361321. LPA room block reservation cut off date is April 12! *The hotel is sold out. If any rooms do become available after April 12 there is no guarantee the hotel will honor the LPA room rate. You can call the hotel periodically or there are other hotels nearby you can check for availability.
Check-In/Out Times:
Check-In time is 3:00 PM. Check-Out time is 11:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
You must cancel before 12:00 PM hotel time on day of arrival to avoid a charge. Cancelling your reservation after this deadline or failing to show will result in a non-refundable charge for 1 night per room to your credit card.
Hotel Information:
- The Drury Inn & Suites is conveniently located right off of I-75 and adjacent to the Gulf Coast Town Center with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby for everyone.
- Hotel is moments from historic attractions and beaches.
- Free wireless Internet access.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub.
- Free Hot Breakfast daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Free 5:30 Kickback® daily from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Kickback Menu
- Free Popcorn & Soda Fountain drinks daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Free Parking
*Overflow Hotel*
Holiday Inn
9931 Interstate Commerce Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33913
239-561-1550
www.hiftmyersairport.com
LPA Room Rate: $109/night plus tax
Guest rooms feature either a king or two queen-size beds with a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer and coffee maker.
Reservations: Call 855-639-8440 and mention our group LPA or book online at www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/fort-myers. Our LPA room block reservation cut off date is April 12! If rooms are still available after April 12 there is no guarantee the hotel will honor the LPA room rate.
Check-In/Out Times:
Check-In time is 3:00 PM. Check-Out time is 11:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
You must cancel at least 3 days prior to arrival. Cancelling your reservation after this deadline or failing to show will result in a non-refundable charge for 1 night per room to your credit card.
Hotel Information:
- The Holiday Inn is just a short distance from the Drury Inn. It's also located right off of I-75 and close to the Gulf Coast Town Center with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby for everyone.
- Free wireless Internet access.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub.
- Free Hot Breakfast daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Free Jazzy Friday from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Free Parking
9931 Interstate Commerce Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33913
239-561-1550
www.hiftmyersairport.com
LPA Room Rate: $109/night plus tax
Guest rooms feature either a king or two queen-size beds with a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer and coffee maker.
Reservations: Call 855-639-8440 and mention our group LPA or book online at www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/fort-myers. Our LPA room block reservation cut off date is April 12! If rooms are still available after April 12 there is no guarantee the hotel will honor the LPA room rate.
Check-In/Out Times:
Check-In time is 3:00 PM. Check-Out time is 11:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
You must cancel at least 3 days prior to arrival. Cancelling your reservation after this deadline or failing to show will result in a non-refundable charge for 1 night per room to your credit card.
Hotel Information:
- The Holiday Inn is just a short distance from the Drury Inn. It's also located right off of I-75 and close to the Gulf Coast Town Center with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby for everyone.
- Free wireless Internet access.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub.
- Free Hot Breakfast daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Free Jazzy Friday from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Free Parking
Regional Schedule
(Activities and Times may be subject to change.)
Friday, May 3
Registration
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Pick up registration and name badges or register onsite during this time.
Meet & Greet Hospitality Social
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Come mingle with LPA friends and meet new ones. Join us during the hotel Kickback from 5:30 - 7:00 in the lobby area and then stop by upstairs from 7:00 - 8:30 where refreshments will also be served.
Saturday, May 4
Registration
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Pick up registration and name badges or register onsite during this time.
Kids Room - Ages 2-12 yrs
9:15 AM - 12:00 PM
- Children are invited to have some fun with arts, crafts, games and hang out while parents attend the district meeting and doctors workshop. Children under 2 yrs old are welcome with a parent. The kids room will be staffed by adult volunteers. Parents must remain in the hotel. Sign up on the registration form.
District General Assembly Meeting
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Hear what’s going on at the chapter, district, and national levels. All members are encouraged to attend this open discussion and learn what is next for LPA.
Doctors Medical Panel Workshop
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- An open discussion and Q&A with a few specialists in our LPA community that have experience with those that have dwarfism.
Olive Garden Luncheon - Onsite Group Event(Optional)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Enjoy a delicious catered buffet that includes House Salad, Breadsticks, a variety of Pastas, Marinara/Meat/Alfredo Sauces, toppings of Grilled Chicken, Meatballs, Italian Sausage, a Beverage and Dessert. Tickets: Adults - $15.00, Kids 4-12 yrs - $8.00 and Kids 3 yrs and under - Free. *Note: The last day to sign up or receive a refund for the luncheon is Thursday, April 25!*
Lunch & Local Activities (On Your Own)
- Visit area attractions! www.druryhotels.com/locations/fort-myers-fl/nearby
Doctor Consults
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- The doctors will be available for private sessions during this time. If you would like to sign up to see a specialist please fill out the form below. For any questions please email Colleen Gioffreda.
Expo
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Visit and check out a few of the vendor tables that fellow members will have set up.
Boccia Ball & Corn Hole
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Hang out, play and enjoy games with friends.
5:30 Kickback or Dinner on Your Own
Mix & Mingle
7:30 PM -10:00 PM
- Join us for an evening of music, Bingo and socializing with everyone!
Sunday, May 5
Sunday Farewell
Check out time is 11:00 AM. Thanks for joining us, hope you had a great weekend! Have a safe trip home and see you next time!
Registration
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Pick up registration and name badges or register onsite during this time.
Meet & Greet Hospitality Social
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Come mingle with LPA friends and meet new ones. Join us during the hotel Kickback from 5:30 - 7:00 in the lobby area and then stop by upstairs from 7:00 - 8:30 where refreshments will also be served.
Saturday, May 4
Registration
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Pick up registration and name badges or register onsite during this time.
Kids Room - Ages 2-12 yrs
9:15 AM - 12:00 PM
- Children are invited to have some fun with arts, crafts, games and hang out while parents attend the district meeting and doctors workshop. Children under 2 yrs old are welcome with a parent. The kids room will be staffed by adult volunteers. Parents must remain in the hotel. Sign up on the registration form.
District General Assembly Meeting
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Hear what’s going on at the chapter, district, and national levels. All members are encouraged to attend this open discussion and learn what is next for LPA.
Doctors Medical Panel Workshop
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- An open discussion and Q&A with a few specialists in our LPA community that have experience with those that have dwarfism.
Olive Garden Luncheon - Onsite Group Event(Optional)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Enjoy a delicious catered buffet that includes House Salad, Breadsticks, a variety of Pastas, Marinara/Meat/Alfredo Sauces, toppings of Grilled Chicken, Meatballs, Italian Sausage, a Beverage and Dessert. Tickets: Adults - $15.00, Kids 4-12 yrs - $8.00 and Kids 3 yrs and under - Free. *Note: The last day to sign up or receive a refund for the luncheon is Thursday, April 25!*
Lunch & Local Activities (On Your Own)
- Visit area attractions! www.druryhotels.com/locations/fort-myers-fl/nearby
Doctor Consults
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- The doctors will be available for private sessions during this time. If you would like to sign up to see a specialist please fill out the form below. For any questions please email Colleen Gioffreda.
Expo
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Visit and check out a few of the vendor tables that fellow members will have set up.
Boccia Ball & Corn Hole
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Hang out, play and enjoy games with friends.
5:30 Kickback or Dinner on Your Own
Mix & Mingle
7:30 PM -10:00 PM
- Join us for an evening of music, Bingo and socializing with everyone!
Sunday, May 5
Sunday Farewell
Check out time is 11:00 AM. Thanks for joining us, hope you had a great weekend! Have a safe trip home and see you next time!
LPA Registration Information
Registration Fees: Per Household
Late/Onsite Registration - After April 23
LPA Member: Single $40 Couple/Family $55
Inactive/Non-Members: Single $40 Couple/Family $55 + LPA Membership Fee
Additional Guests - $10 per person after April 23
'Guests' are relatives or friends not living in the same household. They are subject to a guest fee when attending Regional events with an LPA registration. Ages 3 and under Free.
How to complete your registration:
1. Register Online & Pay via PayPal - Click on the button below to fill out the online registration form. Then click the PayPal Donate button below and enter your total registration and event fees amount. Please put 'Regional Registration' and the last name listed on your registration in the notes section.
2. Register Online & Pay with a Check - Click on the button below to fill out the online registration form and then email here for mailing address to mail your check to. Make checks payable to: LPA District 4
LPA Members - Register your HOH (Head Of Household) first. The HOH is the person the LPA membership is listed under. Ex: The person that the LPA Today and Conference Book is addressed to. You will then register and add additional household members or guests.
Inactive/Non-Members - Please read the LPA Membership Policy below before registering. Then register your HOH (Head Of Household) first and add additional household members or guests.
LPA Membership and Regional/Conference Attendance Policy: In 2016, the LPA National Board established a policy that an additional fee for non-members attending a regional/conference will be charged. The difference in price for non-members is a one-year LPA membership fee. All registrations will be checked on the LPA national membership database. Instead of paying the extra registration fee, it is preferred that registrants join to become a member of LPA or renew their LPA Membership. If you are not a member at the time of registration you will need to either contact LPA or pay the additional fee when you register.
LPA Membership: $55 a year per household. A three-year membership is $120(Save $45). Lifetime membership is $750. Senior memberships (age 65+) are $20 a year. International Members and full-time college or vocational students are $35 a year. Join or Renew today!
If you're unsure about the current status of your LPA Membership, please contact LPA National. For more information, questions or to join LPA visit the LPA national website or call the National Office at 714-368-3689.
REFUNDS: A full refund of registration fees will be granted before April 25. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to [email protected]. Requests received after April 25 will be on a case by case basis. There will be no onsite refunds and registrants who do not cancel prior to April 25 and do not attend the regional are still responsible for the full registration and event fees.