Call for Abstracts Commitment to Excellence through Innovation Integrity and Motivation The Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd 38th National Conference Melbourne, Victoria 26th to 28th August 2019 www.ihhc.org.au
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Call for Abstracts Commitment to Excellence through Innovation Integrity and Motivation The Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd 38 th National Conference Melbourne, Victoria 26th to 28th August 2019 3
About the Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd and the National Conference The Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd (IHHC) is a not for profit Association dedicated to improving the professionalism and quality of Support Services in the Health and Aged Care Industry. The National Board and State Committees are comprised of professionals from within the Industry dedicated to sharing their passion and expertise with others through conferences, seminars and a variety of networking events. Each year the IHHC hosts a National, (and at regular intervals, International) Conference, bringing together delegates from a variety of health and aged care organisations. Delegates include Support Service Managers, Foodservice Managers, Executive Chefs, Cleaning, Laundry and Environmental Services Managers and other professionals engaged in delivering a variety of services to the Health and Aged Care Industry. The Organising Committee is committed to engaging with delegates through an energising and informative program of speakers covering a wide variety of topics relevant to our Industry. Speakers will enjoy significant contact with delegates during the conference and social events and receive acknowledgement prior to, during and after the conference through conference materials and the IHHC website. The Committee invites you to take the time to consider the benefits of being associated with the IHHC, an organisation recognised both nationally and internationally as a leader in their field. We look forward to your participation in this premier industry event, and to welcoming you to Melbourne in August 2019. IHHC Membership IHHC members are employed in managerial and supervisory positions within the Support Services Departments of health and aged care facilities. Their areas of responsibilities may include; catering, cleaning, environmental services, laundry, maintenance and porterage. In addition, a number of members are involved in the areas of dietetics and nutrition. Their focus on further development and education means they benefit from attending IHHC events, to better not only their own organisation and self but the Healthcare Industry as a whole. The IHHC National Conference provides a forum for our members, our trade supporters and industry experts to come together to exchange ideas, discuss the latest in industry innovation and most importantly, develop lasting professional relationships. IHHC International Alliance The IHHC are founding members of the international alliance, which formed HealthCare Caterers International (HCI) Global Alliance. The world is a large place; however, technology now allows us to share common perspectives, common issues and address common needs with health care colleagues around the world. HCI represents over 25,000 caterers and hospitality managers in health care industries. 4
IHHC National Conference Venue 2019 The 38th National IHHC Conference will be held at: THE PULLMAN ON THE PARK 192 Wellington Parade MELBOURNE 3002 AUSTRALIA Tel: (+61) 3/9419 2000 Fax: (+61) 3/9419 2001 Invitation to Participate and 'Call for Abstracts' The National Board of the Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd,in conjunction with Victoria Branch Committee, invites your participation in our National Conference by submitting an abstract to present at the conference. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS Conference Theme: Commitment to Excellence through Innovation, Integrity and Motivation Conference Aim To provide a platform to showcase innovation in the area of Support Services in healthcare To share information about practical innovations in healthcare that have demonstrated outcomes in the areas of non-clinical operational innovation Audience Directors of Hotel/Support Services Food Service Managers Cleaning Managers Laundry Managers Ward Services Manager Environmental Services Managers Retail Outlet Managers Food Safety Managers Dietitians / Nutritionists Meals on Wheels Coordinators Healthcare Industry Professionals Call for Papers The IHHC will consider a range of topics introducing new ideas and innovative practice and projects that are occurring in the healthcare industry. The Call for Papers is designed to allow you to present organisational case studies, individual research, best practice projects and innovations to your peers and colleagues. As a guide the Organising Committee is seeking presentations that fit within the following streams: Environmental Nutritional Aged Care and Hospitals HR and the Workforce Innovations in Technology 5
List of Potential Topics Environmental Technology in the 21st Century Waste Management Recycling Sustainability Emerging Technology Cleaning Innovations Cleaning Standards Laundry Standards Laundry Innovations Nutritional Technology in the 21st Century Dysphagia Malnutrition Allergens Diabetics & Nutrition Food Safety Organisational Wide Food Policies National Standards on Texture Modified Foods National Standards on Nutrition CPU s and Super Kitchens Food Labelling Are Food Budgets Keeping Pace with Rising Costs and Legislative Requirements Fast Foods in Hospitals National Standards on `Healthy Eating` Hospital Menus Aged Care and Hospitals Technology in the 21st Century The Baby Boomers Have Arrived Alzheimer s Local Research (e.g. protected meal times) Meals on Wheels Palliative Care HR and the Workforce Technology in the 21st Century Workplace Culture and Leadership Recruitment Risk Management and Assessments for Supports Services. Sustainable Facilities Management Legal Issues Fair Work Act Staff Retention Other Topics of Interest Healthcare Satisfaction Measurement and Quality Improvement Research Customer Satisfaction Customer Service New Hospitals Impact on Support Services Infection Control VRE, MRSA, VRA Contract Management Versus In-House 6
Terms and Conditions Selection Criteria Relevance to Conference Theme National relevance and applicability Innovation and freshness of approach Experience of speaker Papers that are based on original research and experiences Priority will be given to abstracts which are able to clearly demonstrate improved outcomes and/or cost efficiencies. In meeting this requirement, it is not necessary to disclose actual dollar savings - percentage improvements are acceptable Guidelines for Abstracts 1. Abstracts should focus on the practical implementation of a project where the outcomes have led to change (i.e. service delivery change, management efficiencies, improved quality and/or safety outcomes etc.) 2. Abstracts should be submitted in Microsoft Word Format 3. Font Calibri 10 point 4. Single line spacing 5. Clearly indicate at the top of the page both the category of your presentation and the title. 6. Title should be in capitals. 7. Authors names should be detailed with the name of the presenting author(s) underlined. 8. Include full contact details of the presenting author(s) including, phone, email & postal address) 9. Abbreviations may be used but must be spelt out in full at the first mention followed by the abbreviation in parentheses. 10. Applicants are encouraged to submit their abstract in accordance with the attached template. 11. No more than 500 words Please note: The decision of the panel in the selection of abstracts will be final and no correspondence will be entered into. Presentation The presenters of accepted abstracts will be requried to submit a PowerPoint of their presentation prior to the conference and consent to: (a) The publication of their abstract and contact details, in the conference manual (b) The electronic distribution of their PowerPoint presentation (in PDF Format) to conference participants and (c) Photographs and/or interviews Presentations will be of approximately 40 minutes duration with 5 minutes allocated at the conclusion of the presentation for delegates to address questions to the presenter. Presenting authors will receive one complimentary full registration (includes attendance at Conference Dinner and Welcome Reception) per paper presented. Please note, travel and accommodation expenses will be at the presenters cost. Additional presenters for a paper will need to attent at their own cost. Interstate and international presenters and those from smaller facilities are encouraged to participate. Key Dates Closing date for Submission of abstracts Friday 15th February 2019 Notification of Acceptance Monday 29th March 2019 Provisional Program available Friday 17th April 2019 Registration available on website Monday 1st May 2019 Conference 26th to 28th August 2019 Abstracts should be submitted to: Lisa Cranham or Mr Rob Berry Conference 'Chair' Conference Co-ordinator Phone: (03) 5212 8734 Phone: (03) 9411 7770 Mobile: 0403 900 531 Mobile: 0439 375 313 E-mail: lisa.cranham@sjog.org.au E-mail: robert.berry@svha.org.au CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS: Friday 19 th February 2019 If you do not wish to present a paper at the conference we would welcome your attendance as a delegate at the conference in Melbourne, Victoria from Monday 26th to Wednesday 28th August 2019. 7
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ABSTRACT SUBMISSION TEMPLATE Category: Please Tick or Highlight Relevant Box Environmental Nutritional Aged Care Hospital HR and the Workforce Other INNOVATIONS IN TECHNOLOGY WILL OVERARCH THE ABOVE CATEGORIES Presentation Title Key Presenter and Author Name E-mail Address Telephone Details Phone: Mobile: Organisation Name Mailing Address If this paper has additional authors that will co-present please list their names below Additional Authors Names 1. 2. Contact Details Phone Mobile: Email Address Phone Mobile Email Address Abstracts should focus on the practical implementation of a project where the outcomes have led to change (i.e. service delivery change, management efficiencies, improved quality and/or safety outcomes etc.) 9
Please note in completing the 3 sections below, the total text should not exceed 500 words. Please complete in single spacing in Arial 10 Outline the scope of your project below including a description of the project or innovation Where relevant, please include methodology and data etc. Outcomes and Benefits to your organisation Priority will be given to abstracts which are able to clearly demonstrate improved outcomes and or cost efficiencies. In meeting this requirement it is not necessary to disclose actual dollar savings, percentage improvements are acceptable. Thank you for taking the time to submit your abstract The Organising Committee. On completion of your submission and abstract please forward by mail or email to the Conference Chair or the Conference Coordinator as listed below. Conference program and abstracts co-ordinator Lisa Cranham Mr Rob Berry Conference 'Chair' Conference Co-ordinator Phone: (03) 5212 8734 Phone: (03) 9411 7770 Mobile: 0403 900 531 Mobile: 0439 375 313 E-mail: lisa.cranham@sjog.org.au E-mail: robert.berry@svha.org.au THANK YOU On behalf of the National Board and Victorian Branch of the Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd, I would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to submit your abstract for the 38th IHHC National Conference in Melbourne, Victoria in 2019. Lisa Cranham IHHC National Conference Chairperson 10
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IHHC Program Outline (DRAFT) Monday 26th August 8.30 am to 12.00pm Industry Tours 12.00pm to 17.00pm Registration desk Open 12.30pm to 17.00pm Series of Presentations 18.30pm to 20.30pm Welcome Reception Tuesday 27th August 8.00am to 17.00pm 8.00am to 17.00pm 9.00am to 17.00pm 17.00pm to 17.30pm 16.30pm to 18.00pm 18.00pm onwards Registration Desk Open Trade Exhibition (morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will occur in the trade area) Series of Presentations National IHHC AGM Refreshments in the Trade Exhibition Area Free Time for Delegates Wednesday 28th August 8.00am to 17.00pm 8.00am to 17.00pm 9.00am to 17.00pm 18.30am to 19.00pm 19.00am to 23.59pm Registration Desk Open Trade Exhibition morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will occur in the trade area) Series of Presentations Pre-Conference Dinner Drinks Conference Dinner Please note: This programme subject to change. www.ihhc.org.au