We’re just three weeks away from SDAHO’s 2026 Annual Convention, September 16–18 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center! If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time to do so, and join us as we celebrate A Century Strong: Honoring Our Past, Shaping Our Future.
Outstanding Education, All in One Place
This year’s convention features more than 25 educational sessions covering some of the most important issues facing health care today. From rural health transformation funding, workforce and cybersecurity to AI, innovation, patient safety, leadership and long-term care, attendees can build an agenda that fits their interests.
The convention wraps up on Friday with closing keynote Justin Wren, who will share A Century of Impact Begins with One Life: Leadership Lessons from the Ring to the Rainforest.
But education is only part of this years’ experience!
Meet Butters in the Relax & Rejuvenate Wellness Hall!
On Thursday, September 17, take a break between sessions and visit SDAHO’s Relax & Rejuvenate Wellness Hallway, featuring complimentary 5- to 10-minute massages from Royal Table Massage Therapy and some very special four-legged guests from Therapy Dogs of Sioux Falls.
Among them will be a familiar face to the SDAHO family — Butters, a 4-year-old golden retriever belonging to SDAHO’s Director of Finance, Bailey Neuharth.
“Butters’ kind and soft nature gave me the ability to support those in the community who need a little extra joy and comfort,” Neuharth said. “Butters and I are looking forward to meeting our members and to supporting the healthcare community in whatever way we can — one tail wag, snuggle and friendly face at a time.”
Butters recently passed her therapy dog exam and is ready for her Annual Convention debut! She is a graduate of the Master’s Program through Paws Pet Resort and has passed the AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen test.
When she’s not providing comfort, Butters loves tennis balls, stuffed animals and dock diving.
Come meet Butters and the Therapy Dogs of Sioux Falls, enjoy a massage and give yourself a few minutes to relax and recharge during this year’s Annual Convention.
Three weeks to go — we can’t wait to celebrate 100 years of SDAHO with you!
To learn more about the Relax and Rejuvenate opportunities, click here.
Learn more and register, click here.
