Applicant {name} acknowledges and agrees that any information provided is not subject to the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) as it does not involve the provision of healthcare, the transmission of electronic health information, or any activities falling within HIPAA's purview. Therefore, the organizers of this retreat are not obligated to follow HIPAA regulations. NEVERTHELESS, APPLICANT confidentiality will be respected and maintained to the highest degree possible within the scope of the retreat activities.
Priority for acceptance into the retreat will be given to new applicants over those who have previously attended. This policy aims to provide as many individuals as possible with the opportunity to benefit from the retreat experience. Returning participants are encouraged to reapply, but their applications will be considered only if there are available spots after accommodating new applicants.