Conference Resources
How to Talk About Attending the Conference
We know that direct care workers have busy schedules, and making time to attend a three-day event often means working with employers to adjust shifts, arranging respite care for families, or asking for flexibility from those you support. To make these conversations easier, we’ve prepared language you can use to share the importance of this opportunity and how it benefits everyone involved.
See below:
“Michigan’s statewide Direct Care Worker Conference will bring together more than 500 DCWs for three days of learning, skill-building, and connection. With over 30 presenters and numerous breakout sessions focused on workforce development, caregiving best practices, wellness, and leadership, the conference is designed not only to support my professional growth but also to improve the care I provide every day.
By attending, I’ll gain new strategies, tools, and insights that directly benefit the people I serve, leading to stronger health outcomes and more person-centered care. The conference will also keep me informed about future training and development opportunities, helping me stay engaged in continuous learning. More than just an event, this gathering is part of a larger movement to reshape Michigan’s approach to quality care, and by participating, I’ll be better prepared to contribute to that vision.”
Feel free to copy, paste, or adapt this language when talking with employers, colleagues, families, or those you support. This is meant to help you advocate for your time and highlight the shared benefits of your attendance.
Relive the Moments and Share the Joy
Photos by Dane Robison at TimeFrame Photography, and Marvin Hall at Studio M Portraits.
Photos from all four days of the 2025 DCW Conference are now available on our Flickr account! Click here to browse, download, and celebrate the memories we made together at this historical event.
If you share these memories on social media (Instagram and Facebook), please tag @impartalliance and add the hashtags #DCWConference2025 #IMPARTAlliance #DirectCareWork to help raise awareness of the incredible professionals who are fundamental to Michigan’s care network.
And if you’re posting photos featuring the Butterfly Garden, don’t forget to include #DCWGardens so we can highlight your posts and celebrate the creativity and care behind this healing installation.
