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Headshot Lounge Details!
LOCATION: TBA
HOURS:
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Tues September 1 from 2:45 - 3:15pm
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Weds September 2 from 12:30 - 4:30pm
THANK YOU to our Headshot Lounge Sponsor & Alliance Strategic Partner Member: ClearSpring Pharmacy!
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No sign up required!
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No scheduled time slots, so please get in line when you can!
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Have your conference name badge with you; but remember to take it off for your photo!
Tuesday September 1 at 4:15 - 5:45pm
Welcome Reception
Room: Breckenridge Ballroom - Floor 1
Highlights:
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Light buffet and bar
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We suggest you make dinner reservations for after the show with your agency, other attendees or exhibitors, friends, or family in Breckenridge; take a nice walk into town or take the Beaver Run shuttle, or in-town bus.
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Guests are welcome to join at no extra charge, but please let the Director of Membership & Events know in advance.
Wednesday September 2
Kick start your morning with a hike or chair yoga! GUESTS WELCOME!
HIKE Lower Sawmill and Snowflake Trail Loop
Time: 6:30am SHARP
Meeting Spot: Beaver Run Hotel Lobby
Lead: Tim Cunningham - Cheyenne Village
Details:
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RSVP FOR THE HIKE by 6pm on Tues Sept 1
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Via email - Kylie Kampbell
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Guests welcome!
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The trailhead is right at the hotel!
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You should be back at Beaver Run in time for a refresh and to grab breakfast.
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Length: 1.6 miles
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Elevation Gain: 265 ft
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View Altitude Sickness information here >
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What to bring:
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Layers
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Water
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen
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A can of Boost Oxygen - available around town and in hotel lobby store or cafe.
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Your phone for pictures!
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CHAIR YOGA
Time: 7:00am - 7:45am
Room: Imperial Ballroom
Lead: Niki Liddle-Aaron RN, BSN - Inspiration Field
Details:
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Chair yoga is gentle - You do the poses while sitting in a chair or using it for balance. It helps build strength, improve flexibility, and reduce stress without getting down on the floor.
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Key Benefits
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Great for people with limited movement.
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Helps ease joint pain and stiffness.
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Improves focus and lowers stress with deep breathing.
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Makes yoga easy for everyone to try.
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What to Bring:
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Water bottle
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Wear soft, stretchy clothes
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Choose flat shoes or tennis shoes
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Wednesday September 2 at 11:45 - 1:00pm
Annual Awards Luncheon
Room: Colorado Ballroom
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Including:
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Jane Covode Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, Special Recognitions
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Recognition of the 2026 Summit Scholarship Winners (sponsored by Braaten Enterprises, an Alliance Strategic Partner Member!)
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Recognition of the 2026 Case Manager, DSP, and Advocate of the Year
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Headshot Lounge reopens at 12:30pm through 4:30pm!
Wednesday September 2 at 4:00 - 5:30pm
Exhibitor Meet & Greet Happy Hour!
LOCATION: Floor 3 Foyer & Mountainview Deck off the Floor 3 Foyer
THANK YOU TO OUR BEVERAGE SPONSOR: CAI Dynamics!
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Everyone received one drink ticket in the back of their name badges.
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Additional drinks can be paid for via room charge, credit card, or cash
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Headshot Lounge closes at 4:30pm!
Screening of “An Open Door: Temple Grandin” at 5:00pm!
ROOM: Colorado Ballroom
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With Producer introduction, and Book Signing!
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OR watch the documentary on your own time HERE > (coming soon)
Make dinner reservations for after happy hour with your agency, other attendees or exhibitors, friends, or family in Breckenridge; take a nice walk into town or take the Beaver Run shuttle, or in-town bus.
JOIN US at Alliance's Community Awareness Event at the Rockies
Friday September 18, 2026 at 6:10pm
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This is a fireworks game!
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Prices will increase as demand increases, so buy NOW!
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https://www.alliancecolorado.org/alliance-idd-community-awareness-events
JOIN US at Alliance's Community Awareness Event at the Avalanche
Wednesday January 6, 2027 at 7:30pm
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Ticket link coming soon!
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https://www.alliancecolorado.org/alliance-idd-community-awareness-events