2026 Surviving to Thriving Conference

November 5th-8th, 2026 

Sheraton San Diego Resort

1380 Harbor Island Dr. - San Diego, CA

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Who Should Attend?

This conference is appropriate for surviving family members, co-workers, and guests of the C.O.P.S. National Board who are age 18 and over. Please note there is no Daycare or Kids Program for children under the age of 18.

Why Should You Attend?

For four decades, the C.O.P.S. mission of "Rebuilding Shattered Lives" has brought a source of connection and support for survivors. By supporting our mission's goals, we are proud to offer this fun and uplifting conference for surviving family members, co-workers, and guests of the C.O.P.S. National Board who are age 18 and over. The “Surviving to Thriving” Conference invites survivors to come together, regardless of survivorship, to participate in informational life sessions, interactive experiences and fun activities. Most importantly, the bonds of peer support will be evident giving you the ability to share experiences and find comfort in a supportive community. Whether you feel like you're just surviving or thriving, this conference promises to be an uplifting and empowering event, fostering personal growth, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds of survivorship.

This conference does not replace the FREE C.O.P.S. Weekends available to survivors. This is an additional opportunity for survivors to connect with their family, blood AND blue!

Sample Schedule of Events

Attendees will have a variety of sessions to choose from including fun activities. The conference will have a unique range of exhibitors and time to network with other survivors.


*These times are subject to change*


Thursday, November 5th

Official Arrival Day - Upon arriving, get checked into your room and relax. In the afternoon, registration will be open to pick up your conference credentials. 

Friday, November 6th

7:00 am - 9:00 am                    Explore Exhibitors


9:00 am - 10:30 am                  Breakout Sessions


10:45 am - 12:15 pm                Welcome Session


12:00 pm - 12:30 pm                Explore Exhibitors


12:30 pm -  1:15 pm                 Lunch


1:30 pm - 3:00 pm                     Breakout Sessions


3:30 pm - 5:00 pm                     Interactive Activities


6:30 pm - 8:30 pm                     Blue Family Dinner

Saturday, November 7th

8:30 am - 10:00 am                  General Session


10:00 am - 10:30 am                Explore Exhibitors


10:30 am - 12:00 pm                Breakout Sessions


12:00 pm - 12:30 pm                Explore Exhibitors


12:30 pm -  1:15 pm                 Lunch


1:30 pm - 3:00 pm                     Breakout Sessions


3:00 pm - 6:30 pm                     Explore New Orleans


7:00 pm - 9:00 pm                     Coloring & Cocktails w/ Music Bingo


Sunday, November 8th

8:30 am - 10:00 am                  Breakout Sessions


10:30 am - 12:00 am                Closing Session


Noon               Conference Concludes

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