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In 1946, a movement began. This October, we return to Saratoga Springs to celebrate 80 years of driving the disability movement.

The CP State Annual Conference remains the premier statewide gathering for gaining vital insights, exploring innovations in the I/DD field, and connecting with peers. This historic milestone is more than our regular conference—it’s an anniversary celebration honoring eight decades of advocacy, leadership, and frontline dedication while boldly shaping our next chapter.

What to Expect

Annual & Staff Recognition Awards

Evening celebrations dedicated to the visionaries, advocates, and frontline staff who drive our mission forward.

80th Anniversary Celebrations & Honoring History

Reflect on our rich legacy and celebrate eight decades of unity, leadership, and collective progress as we boldly shape our next chapter together.

High-Impact, Inspirational Sessions & Keynote

Gain actionable strategies, field innovations, and high-impact educational and advocacy insights led by experts across the I/DD field.

CP State(d) Podcast Booth

Stop by our live podcast booth where we’ll be recording short-form interviews and conversations for a special two-part 80th Anniversary Annual Conference episode!

Art Exhibition & Award

Experience extraordinary artwork created by individuals in our agencies’ programs, culminating in a special award presentation to the winning artist during lunch on October 28.

CP State Marketplace

Explore our exhibit hall and meet dedicated sponsors who bring innovative solutions to our field while helping keep conference costs accessible for our Affiliates.

Full agenda, session & topic announcements, and other highlights will be updated regularly.

Keep an eye on your email and our Eventbrite event registration page (TBA) for updates!

We look forward to celebrating 80 years of service with you in Saratoga Springs!

Click Below for Full Registration Page on Eventbrite or to View the Sneak Peek!

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Registration FAQ

CP State Annual Conference – Registration FAQ

 

Can I pay with ACH?

  • YES – select PayPal at checkout. Sign into your PayPal account, choose your saved ACH bank account as the payment method, and complete checkout as prompted.

 

My credit/debit card was declined when I tried to submit my order, what’s wrong?

  • Your bank or card issuer likely placed a temporary fraud or spending-limit hold on the charge.Please have an authorized user contact the bank or card company to authorize the transaction. Once the block is removed, try placing your order again.

 

How many people can I register per order?

  • 25 registrants per order.

 

How long do I have to fill in all the attendees’ info?

  • You have 2 hours (120 minutes) per order to complete the attendee form.Tip: Use the option to copy details from a previous attendee to auto-fill fields, then update specific info like name, email, and job title for each person.

 

Can I get a refund?

  • If you request a refund on or before the deadline (Oct 2), yes, you can get a refund for the cost of registration, but please note that Eventbrite processing fees will be deducted from your total refund.

 

Can we send a substitute attendee if we miss the refund deadline?

  • YES – Please contact CP State at info@cpstate.org or 518-436-0178 to update the registration with the new attendee’s information.

 

Can I use the same email for all attendees that I register from the same Affiliate?

  • NO – Use unique emails for each attendee so they receive direct session updates. As the Purchaser, you’ll still automatically get all relevant conference announcements.

 

Where can I find the schedule and session information?

  • For the most up to date information on the sessions and schedule, please refer to the Eventbrite/Registration Page (linked above)
    • PLEASE NOTE: The schedule and session topics will be added/updated as we confirm information with our speakers and is subject to change. Please be sure to check back for any updates and reference the final schedule on the day of the conference.
  • When the schedule is finalized, it will be posted on the CP State website. In addition, you will receive a schedule when you check in at the conference registration table.

 

How do I make hotel reservations for our attendees?

  • Reservations are made via a rooming list. CP State sends accommodation details to Affiliate Executive Directors and conference contacts to coordinate group blocks. Individual reservations are not accepted. All accessible rooms are reserved through CP State. Contact info@cpstate.org to resend details.