The CGF 2010 Annual Convention will be held on Saturday 23 October at

The Hilton Northampton Hotel
100 Watering Lane
Collingtree
Northampton NN4 0XW
www.hilton.co.uk/northampton

We would be delighted to see you, so download a booking form now and join us for the day.

If you have any questions please email Jenny Child or ring her on 020 8912 0723.

Room Rates & Reservations

We have obtained a special reduced rate for members who would like to stay overnight on Friday and/or Saturday.

Children up to the age of 16 years can stay free in their parents’ room and only pay for meals etc.

To make a reservation telephone the hotel: 01604 700666 and ask for group reservations. Please ensure that you say you are attending the Child Growth Foundation convention to obtain the reduced rate. Rooms are limited, so you are advised to book early

Check in is from 3pm and check out before 12.00.

Childcare

Childcare this year will be provided by Bizzieland mobile crèches. The cost remains the same at £20 per child, which once again is being significantly subsidised by the CGF.

The childcare facility will be open between 9am and 5pm and is closed for lunch. Children will have lunch with their parents.

Childcare places are limited so if you require a place you are advised to book early. Last booking date for the crèche is 30th September 2010 to allow for administration and preparation.

For further information about Bizzieland, please go to www.bizzieland.co.uk, or telephone Eileen Blezard on 01788 220623 or 07859 063215. Places must be booked through the CGF.

Membership

Entrance to the convention is open to members only. Please ensure that your membership is up to date particularly if your membership is due in October.

Membership of the Foundation covers the child with the growth condition, both parents and any siblings. If you are an adult, membership covers your parents or partner and children. If you are a parent of an adult, then membership only covers the parents and adult with the growth condition. The annual convention is greatly subsidised by the Child Growth Foundation. Membership of the Foundation gives you free attendance and the only cost to you is £10 per person (£5 per child), which is for lunch and refreshments throughout the day. If you wish any additional family members to attend, this is not a problem; the cost for them will also be £10 per person with an additional cost per family of £15, which includes one year's membership of the CGF

Xmas Cards/Greeting Cards

Christmas cards sold in aid of the Child Growth Foundation will be on sale throughout the day. There will also be a selection of hand crafted greetings cards. All proceeds go to the CGF.

The raffle last year proved to be extremely popular. Raffle tickets will be on sale throughout the day and will be drawn during the evening. We are also hoping to organize a tombola again this year. This was also very popular, particularly with the children. These activities were very successful last year and raised around £1000. This helped towards to the cost of the convention. We had some fantastic prizes, so we hope to do the same again this year. We can only run these activities with your support, so please help us by donating prizes. We are always extremely grateful for any donations so if you can help please contact Jenny. Alternatively, just bring them along on the day.

Afternoon Social Activities

The Animal Lady has been a big hit with the children (and adults) for the last three years, so she will be joining us again this year. Children will once again be able to meet and learn all about a variety of exotic animals.

Youth Meeting

We are hoping to hold this group again this year, but as we go to print we are unable to confirm. If your 11-17 year old son/daughter is interested, please contact Jenny and she will update you on the situation.

Saturday Evening

A family disco is arranged for Saturday evening. The cost of the evening will be £10 per adult and £5 per child and this will include a buffet. Within the disco area there will be quieter places for conversation.

Sunday Morning

The RSS/IUGR group will be running an informal networking session, times and venue will be confirmed on 23rd October. If any other groups would also like this, contact your group coordinator and the necessary arrangements can be put into place if there is enough support.

Programme of Events

These are just a guide at present and are subject to change.

The sessions have not yet been finalised but already we have many speakers confirmed. The following information will give you a good idea of what is planned. This is subject to change without notice.

RSS/IUGR

• Management and Treatment - Dr Jeremy Kirk (Birmingham)
• Genetics and Research Update - Dr Emma Wakeling (London)
• Psychological and Self Esteem Issues - Dr Polly Carmichael (London)

GHD/MPHD

• Management and Treatment - Dr Tabitha Randell (Nottingham)
• Adolescence and Puberty - Dr Jeremy Kirk (Birmingham)
• Psychological and Behaviour Issues - Dr Polly Carmichael (London)

Bone Dysplasia

• Research & Genetics Update - Dr Michael Wright (Newcastle upon Tyne)
• Living with restricted growth – helpful tips and experiences hosted by a family with restricted growth.

Sotos Syndrome

• Management and Overview - Dr Trevor Cole (Birmingham)
• Latest developments and Research update - Dr Joanna Saddington

PSM

• Management and Treatment & Research news - Dr Jeemy Kirk (Birmingham)
• Psychological and Behavioural Issues - Dr Polly Carmichael (London)

Registration Deadline

All registrations and payments are required before 11th October 2010. Due to the high cost to the Foundation of this event please inform us if you need to cancel. We will refund any monies up to 7 days before the convention date. Unfortunately we will be unable to make any refunds after 16th October 2010.

All information is subject to change.

If you have any questions, please email Jenny or ring her on 020 8912 0723.