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The Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers will hold its annual Community Health Institute (CHI) May 5–7, 2026, at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod in Hyannis.

This year’s theme,"Persevering Through Change, Powering Innovation, Creating Impact—reflects our shared commitment to delivering high-quality care in an evolving healthcare landscape." In recognition of your support, your organization will receive the benefits outlined below. The conference will include updates on key state & national health policy issues from elected officials and Mass League staff.

***This year, attendees are required to select their sessions/breakouts after choosing a registration type.*** 
Preliminary Agenda

Pre-Conference Opportunities – Monday, May 4

Artificial Intelligence and Community Health Centers: Use Cases, Compliance Issues, Risk Mitigation Strategies, and Other Key Considerations.
Presented by Foley Hoag 
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Free; light snack provided)

Equip your leadership team with essential skills to navigate regulatory, data privacy, staff training, & operational considerations related to Artificial Intelligence. As Health Centers adopt AI to automate administrative tasks & augment staff capacity, responsible & compliant implementation is critical. This interactive session will explore governance structures, policies, & safeguards to support the CHC workforce. 

AI Strategy to Implementation Playbook
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM 

This free interactive pre-conference session provides CHC leaders with a walkthrough of the Mass League’s Strategy to Implementation AI Playbook. Grounded in real CHC needs, we explore how to integrate artificial intelligence into the Community Health Center care model without sacrificing human connection. The AI Playbook offers a strategic roadmap, from workforce readiness to building a system that is technologically advanced, operationally sustainable, & rooted in inclusive care.

Health Center Board Boot Camp-(CEUs)
4:00 PM – 5:30 Hors d’oeuvres and dinner
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 

Covers key health center board responsibilities, with practical tips to improve effectiveness & avoid compliance risks. Includes updates on program changes, grant requirements, HRSA site visits, audits, & preparing for federal policy changes.

Target Audience: Board members, CEOs, & board support staff 

• $350 (in person), Choose registration type & cost charges when session is chosen.
• Virtual - Registration for virtual/remote participation available on request

Registration Rates

3-Day Full Registration: $1,210*
Single Day: $750*
 *Price may vary based on selected sessions.

Group Discount: Groups of 10+ get 10% off—email Jack Broderick, CHIconference@massleague.org, for a code before registering. Register online & apply the code at checkout by hitting the green gift. Contact Jack if staff aren’t in the system.

Sponsors and Exhibitors: Separate registration required. Please visit the Sponsorship Packages & Opportunities page & the Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration page for details.

Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod is SOLD OUT. Scroll down to Additional Information for the overflow hotel details.

Refunds/transfers: $50 fee before 4/16. No refunds after 4/17.