The 2026 Disaster Planning Conference aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective disaster response. Attendees will engage in focused training sessions, gain practical insights, and have opportunities for meaningful connections. The conference will cover identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening response strategies, and building cross-sector partnerships. The agenda includes sessions on emerging infectious diseases, cyber resilience, and emergency management strategies, providing a comprehensive approach to disaster preparedness.
Mental Health Conferences
2026 Disaster Planning Conference
The 2026 Disaster Planning Conference, held in Riverside, CA, focuses on preparing healthcare professionals for disaster scenarios by providing training and insights into response strategies.
September 22–23, 2026 Riverside, California In-person Event CEUs Available
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates
September 22–23, 2026
Location
Riverside Convention Center
City/State
Riverside, California
Address
3637 Fifth Street, Riverside, CA 92501
Event Format
In-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
California Hospital Association
The California Hospital Association provides leadership, advocacy, training, and tools to empower California’s hospitals and health systems.
Email: info@calhospital.org Phone: (916) 443-7401
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $399.00 | Early Bird Members | Early bird pricing for CHA member hospitals. |
| $1000.00 | Early Bird Nonmembers | Early bird pricing for non-member healthcare providers. |
| $499.00 | Members | Standard pricing for CHA member hospitals. |
| $1100.00 | Nonmembers | Standard pricing for non-member healthcare providers. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans two days with sessions starting at 12:00 PM on September 22 and 7:00 AM on September 23. It includes general sessions, concurrent breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
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James Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA
Associate Director, Global Health Center for Health Security, University of Nebraska Medical Center.
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Sola Adesida
Executive Director, Enterprise Resilience, Kaiser Permanente.
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Ashraf Amshaqn, MSc
Manager of Biological and Laboratory Safety, City of Hope National Medical Center.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers up to 9.6 Live CCB CEUs, 8.0 hours of ACHE Qualified Education credit, and 8.0 contact hours for Nursing and Risk Management.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
The Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center is the primary hotel, but it no longer has rooms available at the group rate. Alternative nearby hotels include the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Hyatt Place Riverside, Hampton Inn Riverside, and Home 2 Suites.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Organizations interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference can contact Lisa Hartzell at lhartzell@calhospital.org for more information.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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