2026 ADARA Conference
May 26 - 30, 2026
Please join us for the in-person 2026 ADARA Conference on May 26 to May 30, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Our conference theme is Reaching New Peaks. This conference is an excellent opportunity to gain new information, share your experiences, and hone your professional skills. At the conclusion of the conference, you will be able to identify new skills and training strategies that can be applied to your professional practice.
ADARA conference participants represent professionals in the fields of vocational rehabilitation services and behavioral health, including research, independent living, education, interpreting, transition, etc. At the end of the conference, participants from each service field will be able to integrate their service specialty with at least one other related service.
ADARA also acknowledges that services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind persons are scarce; therefore networking is critical in sharing strategies and resources. When the conference is over, participants will be able to list at least three new connections made to other professionals and other agencies serving individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind and describe how these relationships may be of benefit to them.
Communication access is another critical factor that affects ADARA members. At the conclusion of the conference, participants will be able to differentiate strategies for providing effective communication to consumers they work with in a variety of settings, as demonstrated in plenary and workshop sessions.
The 2026 ADARA Conference will be approved for professional continuing education units (CEUs) by several professional disciplines:
ASL and voice interpreting will be provided for all workshops at this conference. CART/captioning and tactile interpreting services will be provided upon request. Requests must be made by April 30, 2026. Please note that this conference is in-person, not hybrid.
ADARA conference participants represent professionals in the fields of vocational rehabilitation services and behavioral health, including research, independent living, education, interpreting, transition, etc. At the end of the conference, participants from each service field will be able to integrate their service specialty with at least one other related service.
ADARA also acknowledges that services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind persons are scarce; therefore networking is critical in sharing strategies and resources. When the conference is over, participants will be able to list at least three new connections made to other professionals and other agencies serving individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind and describe how these relationships may be of benefit to them.
Communication access is another critical factor that affects ADARA members. At the conclusion of the conference, participants will be able to differentiate strategies for providing effective communication to consumers they work with in a variety of settings, as demonstrated in plenary and workshop sessions.
The 2026 ADARA Conference will be approved for professional continuing education units (CEUs) by several professional disciplines:
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC)
- Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
- American Psychological Association (APA) – for designated tracks only
ASL and voice interpreting will be provided for all workshops at this conference. CART/captioning and tactile interpreting services will be provided upon request. Requests must be made by April 30, 2026. Please note that this conference is in-person, not hybrid.
LocationSalt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
75 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101 (801) 531-0800 Book a stay at our downtown Salt Lake City hotel, conveniently located near Temple Square, Salt Palace Convention Center and other popular attractions. Step into style as you enter our modern lobby featuring high ceilings and plush seating. After a day out in Utah, take time to visit Destinations Lounge, the ideal place to meet friends and unwind with a cocktail or craft beer. Indulge in delicious dining at The Salt Stone, our hotel's on-site restaurant offering all-day dining and in-room service. Work up a sweat in the state-of-the-art gym, complete with cardio and weight training options. Kick back in one of our comfortable hotel rooms with crisp linens, free Wi-Fi and Salt Lake City views. Elevate your stay by booking a room on the Concierge Level with complimentary food and beverages. Whether your stay in Utah is for business, pleasure or to host an event in one of our hotel meeting spaces, let us be your home away from home in Salt Lake City. Click here for information on parking, driving directions, and public transportation to the hotel. |
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