The countdown is on! In just one month, the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations will welcome post-acute professionals from across the state to the 2026 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference, March 31–April 1 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
This year’s premier long-term care event features a strong lineup of sessions—including several focused-on hospice care, palliative care, and gaining a clearer understanding of advance directives. It’s a valuable opportunity to learn directly from experts on these critical topics in post-acute care. Through engaging, interactive sessions, attendees can ask questions, deepen their knowledge, and leave with greater confidence in navigating what can often be complex and sensitive situations for residents, families, and care teams alike.
Featured Hospice & Palliative Care Sessions
- To Be or Not To Be, That is the Specialty Hospice and Palliative Care Certification Question
An interdisciplinary panel explores the growing need for certified professionals in South Dakota and how organizations can support team members pursuing specialty credentials. - The Role of Guardians in Protecting Rights and Promoting Well-Being with
Gain clarity on guardianship responsibilities and how guardians collaborate with post-acute providers to protect dignity and advocate for vulnerable individuals.
- It’s Never Too Late, Until It Is – Creating Advance Directives
A practical review of South Dakota’s four legally recognized advance directives, complete with case studies and decision-making tools to avoid ethical and legal challenges. - Bringing Palliative Care to Long-Term Care
Discover actionable strategies for integrating palliative care into skilled nursing and assisted living settings to improve quality of life and care coordination.
Earn Valuable Continuing Education
Attendees can earn up to:
- 8.4 contact hours for Licensed Nursing Home Administrators
- 8.4 CE hours for Social Workers
- 7.0 CE hours for Certified Dietary Managers (CDM) and Certified Food Protection Professionals (CFPP)
Don’t Miss Important Deadlines
- Hotel Room Block at the Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel & Convention Center: Reserve by March 10, 2026. Click Here
- Conference Registration Deadline: March 23, 2026
Invest in your professional growth—and in the quality of care across South Dakota. Join us for two days of meaningful education, collaboration, and connection.
