About Us

We are so happy to welcome you to the 2024 I/DD Case Management Conference! A lot has happened since we last got to all come together and connect.

This year brings a lot of new things to try and memories to make! Our two days will be filled with learning, engagement, and making connections that last all year.

Here are a few special highlights of this year’s conference:

  • New location! We are at The Salem Convention Center for the first time, sessions will all be held in the same building.
  • Lunch will be a grab and go so it will be fast and easy to grab a sandwich or salad.
  • You won’t be bored - we have more than 60 presentations to choose from across a wide range of topics, including many led by self-advocates, families, and more
  • DJ Lamar will have you dancing during our early evening reception on July 24th with hors d'oeuvres and cash bar - come and unwind after a full day of learning
  • Sometimes, events can get overwhelming! With this in mind, we will have a room in the convention center dedicated to sensory supports to help folks decompress during the conference. Croisan A is the Calm Space.
  • We invite you to visit with many organizations who are hosting exhibitor tables - collect some swag and find resources to help you in your work or life
  • Try your luck with Human Bingo and the Scavenger Hunt, or doodle with some sidewalk chalk to have fun and connect with others!

… and much more!


We are excited to welcome everyone on July 24-25, 2024 to connect, share, and learn together.

See you in Salem!

Your 2024 I/DD Case Management Conference Planning Committee


Image of artwork by Katie Carlsen

A big THANK YOU to our awesome conference team!

  • Aniko Adany, ODDS - Committee lead
  • Andrea Muzikant, ODDS Training Team
  • Mikelle Duke, ODDS Training Team
  • Elizabeth Obendorf, ODDS Training Team
  • Mike Etzel, ODDS Training Team
  • Naomi Alora, ODDS Training Team
  • Susie Strand, ODDS Training Team
  • Jennifer Kelley, ODDS Training Team
  • Sierra Hicks, ODDS Training Team
  • Erica Nolin, ODDS Training Team
  • Gabrielle Guedon, OSAC
  • John Merrick, Self-Advocate
  • Bekah Mathis, Klamath County CDDP
  • Carrie Salehiamin, ODDS Policy Team
  • Cheyenne Ocampo, Washington County CDDP
  • Gabrielle Guedon, OSAC
  • Heather Collins, EOSSB
  • John Evans, Community Pathways
  • Julie Huber, ODDS Employment
  • Katie Hertel, Washington County CDDP
  • Kimberly Leos, Lifeways
  • Lindsay Dutton, The Arc Oregon OTAC
  • Lisa Tyler, ODDS Children’s Team
  • McKenna Davis, Washington County CDDP
  • Melanie Tucker, EOSSB
  • Natasha Wentworth, Washington County CDDP
  • Patrick Rosario , ODDS
  • Rachel Nale, Polk County CDDP
  • Ryan Schaefer, UCP
  • Ryley Newport, ODDS
  • Tammorra Barnes, Multnomah CDDP
  • Linda Darr, ODDS
  • Casey Roach, ODDS
  • Jackie Hanrahan, Multnomah County
  • Glenda Hayes, UCP Connections
  • Marie Hill, ODHS
  • Meghan Melancon, Creative Supports
  • Emily Terry, ODDS
  • Christine Kamps, ODHS
  • Carrie Forty, ODDS
  • Leona Enright, ODHS - Office of Tribal Affairs
  • Jennie Heidrick, The Arc Oregon OTAC
  • Melissa Willey, ODDS
  • Nadine Younger, RCO
  • Katie LaRive, Jackson County
  • Emily Bunker, The Arc Oregon OTAC
  • Crystal Foster, ODDS
  • John Osborn, Community Pathways
  • Kristen Hutchinson, Lane County DDS
  • Kristen Sybrandt, Inclusion Inc.
  • Jennifer Buss, The Arc Oregon OTAC
  • Deanna Herrera, ODDS
  • Mark Lukasik
  • Cecilia Silcox, Connection CM
  • Brittany Porter, Inclusion Inc
  • Stephanie Stoker, GOISN
  • Kat Parker, Inclusion Inc.
  • John Merrick, Self-Advocate

Much gratitude to our many amazing volunteers who helped make this year’s conference possible!

THANK YOU!