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SUMMARY:2026 Senior Expo of Santa Barbara
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the 2026 Senior Expo of Santa Barbara October 14th from 9am – noon at the Earl Warren Fair Grounds. \n\n\nJoin more than 1\,000 seniors\, caregivers\, and community members for a day of health screenings\, exhibits\, live entertainment\, food\, giveaways\, and engaging activities. Attendees can explore valuable resources from organizations and businesses dedicated to serving older adults throughout Santa Barbara County. \nExhibitors include financial services\, residential communities\, travel and recreation organizations\, health care providers\, home care agencies\, government programs\, local nonprofits\, the Resource Café\, and many more. The Expo will also feature health screenings and opportunities to receive recommended vaccinations. \nWhether you’re looking for services\, information\, connections\, or simply a fun day out\, the Senior Expo is the place to be. \n\n\n\n\nFeatures at the 2026 Senior Expo: \n\n$5 admission\nLive Music\, 110+ Exhibits\, Free parking\nFree Haircuts\, fitness demonstrations\, and home safety assessments\nFlu\, COVID\, Shingles\, and other vaccines\nResource Café – a relaxing place to receive support and information\nBlood Pressure Screening\nFall Risk Screening\nEye Tests\nHearing Screening\nDiabetes Testing & Counseling\n\n\n\nFind End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) at our booth where our knowledgeable volunteers will answer your questions about advance care planning and other end-of-life options available in California. \nAt EOLCCA\, we are deeply committed to empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and support needed during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Understanding that each journey is unique\, we offer personalized guidance to ensure that all Californians can approach the end of their lives with dignity\, autonomy\, and peace. We are here to ensure that every Californian has access to compassionate and dignified end-of-life care. \nTo invite us to host a table at your event\, email speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/senior-expo-of-santa-barbara-copy/
LOCATION:Senior Expo of Santa Barbara\, Earl Warren Fairgrounds - 3400 Calle Real\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93105
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Organization Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T180000
DTSTAMP:20260810T180448Z
CREATED:20260810T180228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T180448Z
UID:46619-1787155200-1787162400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Open House at the Sebastopol Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited\, FREE and open to all in the community! Join anytime between 4:00 – 6:00 pm. See what the Senior Center is all about\, visit with other members\, tour the facilities\, meet the team\, learn about the new and exciting activities and meet some of our volunteers and instructors. And remember to visit the End of Life Choices California table for information and resources about Advance Care Planning and your end of life options. \nEvent Highlights & Activities\n\n\nLive music by West of Malarkey\n\n\n\n\nFree trishaw rides\n\n\n\n\nLight bites provided by the Kiwanis Club of Sebastopol\n\n\n\n\nOpportunities to meet instructors and learn about classes\n\n\n\n\nKids craft table\n\n\n\n\nInformation on local volunteer work\n\n\n\n\nPersonalized Android tech support
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/open-house-at-the-sebastopol-senior-center/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Senior Center\, 167 N. High St\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Organization Event,Information table/booth
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T175751Z
CREATED:20260506T172617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T175751Z
UID:45954-1781958600-1781964000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Camptonville Community Center - End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Mary Abbott\, a volunteer with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) will discuss the importance of sharing your values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; legal end-of-life options; and the resources and support provided by EOLCCA. Legal end-of-life options in California include stopping unwanted medical treatment; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and California’s End of Life Option Act (also known as medical aid in dying). \nThis event is open to the public. Registration not required.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/camptonville-community-center-end-of-life-options-2-2/
LOCATION:Camptonville Community Center\, 15333 Cleveland Ave.\, Camptonville\, CA\, 95922\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Camptonville-Community-Center-logo-enlarged.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T143000
DTSTAMP:20260210T211513Z
CREATED:20260210T211513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T211513Z
UID:45933-1780923600-1780929000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Cathy Hopper Friendship Center - Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Grant Affleck\, Volunteer with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will discuss the importance of sharing your values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; legal end-of-life options; and the resources and support provided by EOLCCA. Legal end-of-life options in California include stopping unwanted medical treatments; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also known as medical aid in dying. \nThis is event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/friendship-center-end-of-life-2/
LOCATION:Death Cafe\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Cathy-Hopper-Friendship-Center_enlarged.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T203031Z
CREATED:20260506T163128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T203031Z
UID:45408-1778929200-1778940000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Rotary Epic Day of Service for Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:The Rotary Epic Day of Service for Older Adults\, a FREE public event on Saturday\, May 16th from 11 am – 2 pm\, aims to recognize\, honor and serve the older adults in Marin County. Rotarians\, Rotary Clubs\, community members\, local nonprofits\, and government organizations are coming together to bring awareness\, communicate and connect older adults to the resources available to support their well-being and independence. \nBe sure to visit our knowledgeable volunteers at the End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) information booth at this wonderful community health fair. EOLCCA’s volunteers will answer your questions about advance care planning\, the California End of Life Option Act\, and other legal end-of-life options. Learn more about the importance of making your advance care plans now. \nThis free event is open to the public. REGISTER HERE
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/rotary-epic-day-of-service-for-older-adults/
LOCATION:Rotary for Older Adults\, 10 Avenue of the Flags\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94903
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Organization Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T200321Z
CREATED:20260407T200321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T200321Z
UID:45943-1777280400-1777302000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Rossmoor LGBTQ Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) is participating in the Health and Wellness Fair at Rossmoor living community on Monday\, April 27th\, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. EOLCCA will share information about advance care planning; legal end-of-life options (including medical aid in dying); and the resources and support provided to Rossmoor community residents at no charge. \nThis event is open to the residents of Rossmoor living community in Walnut Creek.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/rossmoor-lgbtq-health-fair/
LOCATION:Casa de las Campanas – Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Information table/booth
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260308T110000
DTSTAMP:20251121T233902Z
CREATED:20251121T233902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T233902Z
UID:45273-1772964000-1772967600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Beth Torah - Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Reina Galanes (Board member) and Suzanne Singer (Board member Emerita) with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) will discuss the importance of sharing your values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; your legal end-of-life options (including medical aid in dying); and the resources and support provided by End of Life Choices California. Rabbi Singer will also explore the Jewish perspective on these topics. \nThis is a private event for members of Temple Beth Torah.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-beth-torah-advance-care-planning-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Guide for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Temple-Beth-Torah-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20251121T225157Z
CREATED:20251121T225157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T225157Z
UID:45909-1771660800-1771693200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Solel - Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Dan Bass (Volunteer) and Suzanne Singer (Board member Emerita) with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) will discuss the importance of sharing your values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; your legal end-of-life options (including medical aid in dying); and the resources and support provided by End of Life Choices California. Rabbi Singer will also explore the Jewish perspective on these topics. \nThis is a private event for members of Temple Solel.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-solel-advance-care-planning-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Temple Solel\, 3575 Manchester Ave.\, Cardiff by the Sea\, CA\, 92007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Temple-Solel.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20251121T225157Z
CREATED:20251121T225157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T225157Z
UID:45272-1771660800-1771693200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Solel - Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Dan Bass (Volunteer) and Suzanne Singer (Board member Emerita) with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) will discuss the importance of sharing your values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; your legal end-of-life options (including medical aid in dying); and the resources and support provided by End of Life Choices California. Rabbi Singer will also explore the Jewish perspective on these topics. \nThis is a private event for members of Temple Solel.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-solel-advance-care-planning-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Temple Solel\, 3575 Manchester Ave.\, Cardiff by the Sea\, CA\, 92007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Temple-Solel.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T130000
DTSTAMP:20251219T221646Z
CREATED:20251219T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T221646Z
UID:45915-1770289200-1770296400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Parkinson's Support Groups - Advance Care Planning & End-of-Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Reina Galanes (Board member) and Gloria Gluskin (Volunteer) with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will discuss the importance of sharing your end-of-life wishes with loved ones and provide an overview of legal end-of-life options. These options include stopping unwanted medical treatment; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and\, California’s End of Life Option Act (also known as medical aid in dying). They will also discuss the resources and support offered by EOLCCA\, all at no cost. \nThis presentation will be delivered to the Parkinson’s Patient Support Group in Room 2/3 L at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and to the Care Partners Support Group in Room 2/4 L at 12:00-1:00 PM. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-parkinsons-support-groups-2/
LOCATION:The Redwoods\, 40 Camino Alto\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20251003T164833Z
CREATED:20251003T164833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T164833Z
UID:44325-1760518800-1760529600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Senior Expo of Santa Barbara
DESCRIPTION:The Senior Expo of Santa Barbara will have 100+ exhibitions presenting valuable information and resources for seniors and their caregivers. \nFind us at EOLCCA’s booth where our knowledgeable Volunteers will answer your questions about advance care planning\, California’s End of Life Option Act\, and other legal end-of-life options. \nAt End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, we are deeply committed to empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and support needed during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Understanding that each journey is unique\, we offer personalized guidance to ensure that all Californians can approach the end of their lives with dignity\, autonomy\, and peace. We are here to ensure that every Californian has access to compassionate and dignified end-of-life care. \nPublic: Free parking and $5 admission. \nfor more information
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/senior-expo-of-santa-barbara/
LOCATION:Board of Directors
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/santa-barbara-senior-expo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20251003T164833Z
CREATED:20251003T164833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T164833Z
UID:45689-1760518800-1760529600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Senior Expo of Santa Barbara
DESCRIPTION:The Senior Expo of Santa Barbara will have 100+ exhibitions presenting valuable information and resources for seniors and their caregivers. \nFind us at EOLCCA’s booth where our knowledgeable Volunteers will answer your questions about advance care planning\, California’s End of Life Option Act\, and other legal end-of-life options. \nAt End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, we are deeply committed to empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and support needed during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Understanding that each journey is unique\, we offer personalized guidance to ensure that all Californians can approach the end of their lives with dignity\, autonomy\, and peace. We are here to ensure that every Californian has access to compassionate and dignified end-of-life care. \nPublic: Free parking and $5 admission. \nfor more information
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/senior-expo-of-santa-barbara-2/
LOCATION:Board of Directors
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/santa-barbara-senior-expo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T160000
DTSTAMP:20250709T153641Z
CREATED:20250709T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T153641Z
UID:43872-1755527400-1755532800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Sebastopol Senior Center: End of Life Choices
DESCRIPTION:Mary Abbott and Willow Taraja\, Volunteers with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will discuss the importance of sharing values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; legal end-of-life options; and the resources and support provided by EOLCCA. Legal end-of-life options in California include stopping unwanted medical treatments; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also known as medical aid in dying. \nSebastopol Senior Center Upcoming Workshops and Events \nSebastopol Senior Center Activity Calendar of Classes\, Day Trips\, and Workshops \nCost: \nSebastopol Senior Center Members = $5 \nGeneral Public = $10 \nRegister on Sebastopol Senior Center’s website > Activities & Events > Register \nWalk-ins are welcome.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/sebastopol-senior-center-end-of-life-choices-2/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Senior Center\, 167 N. High St\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sebastopol-Senior-Center-buildingsign.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T160000
DTSTAMP:20250709T153641Z
CREATED:20250709T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T153641Z
UID:45870-1755527400-1755532800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Sebastopol Senior Center: End of Life Choices
DESCRIPTION:Mary Abbott and Willow Taraja\, Volunteers with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will discuss the importance of sharing values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; legal end-of-life options; and the resources and support provided by EOLCCA. Legal end-of-life options in California include stopping unwanted medical treatments; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also known as medical aid in dying. \nSebastopol Senior Center Upcoming Workshops and Events \nSebastopol Senior Center Activity Calendar of Classes\, Day Trips\, and Workshops \nCost: \nSebastopol Senior Center Members = $5 \nGeneral Public = $10 \nRegister on Sebastopol Senior Center’s website > Activities & Events > Register \nWalk-ins are welcome.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/sebastopol-senior-center-end-of-life-choices-2-3/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Senior Center\, 167 N. High St\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sebastopol-Senior-Center-buildingsign.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T160000
DTSTAMP:20250709T153641Z
CREATED:20250709T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T153641Z
UID:45233-1755527400-1755532800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Sebastopol Senior Center: End of Life Choices
DESCRIPTION:Mary Abbott and Willow Taraja\, Volunteers with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will discuss the importance of sharing values and end-of-life wishes with loved ones; legal end-of-life options; and the resources and support provided by EOLCCA. Legal end-of-life options in California include stopping unwanted medical treatments; palliative care; hospice care; voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED); and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also known as medical aid in dying. \nSebastopol Senior Center Upcoming Workshops and Events \nSebastopol Senior Center Activity Calendar of Classes\, Day Trips\, and Workshops \nCost: \nSebastopol Senior Center Members = $5 \nGeneral Public = $10 \nRegister on Sebastopol Senior Center’s website > Activities & Events > Register \nWalk-ins are welcome.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/sebastopol-senior-center-end-of-life-choices-2-2/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Senior Center\, 167 N. High St\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sebastopol-Senior-Center-buildingsign.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T193000
DTSTAMP:20240414T065829Z
CREATED:20240414T065829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T065829Z
UID:45032-1718731800-1718739000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Solana Beach Community Connections
DESCRIPTION:Informed End-of-Life Choices\nSpeaker Judy Schnack volunteered her services to End of Life Choices California in 2019\, shortly after the nonprofit was organized. A resident of Encinitas for more than 40 years\, Schnack is a retired family nurse practitioner. Her background includes caring for HIV/AIDS individuals at UC San Diego Healthcare and Veterans Administration for over 15 years. In 2008\, she started working with Hospice of the North Coast and in 2017\, Schnack began volunteering at Pacifica House\, an in-patient hospice in Carlsbad. She gives informational presentations to California residents about the support provided to successfully navigate end-of-life options. \nRead more about this event in Del Mar Times. \nSolana Beach Community Connections Events and Programs June 18\, 2024
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/solana-beach-community-connections-2/
LOCATION:La Colonia Park Community Center\, 715 Valley Avenue\, Solana Beach\, 92075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Solana-Beach-Community-Connections-1000px-wide-1-e1715390967314.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Solana Beach Comunity Connections":MAILTO:info@solanabeachcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T193000
DTSTAMP:20240414T065829Z
CREATED:20240414T065829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T065829Z
UID:45668-1718731800-1718739000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Solana Beach Community Connections
DESCRIPTION:Informed End-of-Life Choices\nSpeaker Judy Schnack volunteered her services to End of Life Choices California in 2019\, shortly after the nonprofit was organized. A resident of Encinitas for more than 40 years\, Schnack is a retired family nurse practitioner. Her background includes caring for HIV/AIDS individuals at UC San Diego Healthcare and Veterans Administration for over 15 years. In 2008\, she started working with Hospice of the North Coast and in 2017\, Schnack began volunteering at Pacifica House\, an in-patient hospice in Carlsbad. She gives informational presentations to California residents about the support provided to successfully navigate end-of-life options. \nRead more about this event in Del Mar Times. \nSolana Beach Community Connections Events and Programs June 18\, 2024
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/solana-beach-community-connections-3/
LOCATION:La Colonia Park Community Center\, 715 Valley Avenue\, Solana Beach\, 92075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Solana-Beach-Community-Connections-1000px-wide-1-e1715390967314.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Solana Beach Comunity Connections":MAILTO:info@solanabeachcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T193000
DTSTAMP:20240414T065829Z
CREATED:20240414T065829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T065829Z
UID:40489-1718731800-1718739000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Solana Beach Community Connections
DESCRIPTION:Informed End-of-Life Choices\nSpeaker Judy Schnack volunteered her services to End of Life Choices California in 2019\, shortly after the nonprofit was organized. A resident of Encinitas for more than 40 years\, Schnack is a retired family nurse practitioner. Her background includes caring for HIV/AIDS individuals at UC San Diego Healthcare and Veterans Administration for over 15 years. In 2008\, she started working with Hospice of the North Coast and in 2017\, Schnack began volunteering at Pacifica House\, an in-patient hospice in Carlsbad. She gives informational presentations to California residents about the support provided to successfully navigate end-of-life options. \nRead more about this event in Del Mar Times. \nSolana Beach Community Connections Events and Programs June 18\, 2024
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/solana-beach-community-connections/
LOCATION:La Colonia Park Community Center\, 715 Valley Avenue\, Solana Beach\, 92075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Solana-Beach-Community-Connections-1000px-wide-1-e1715390967314.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Solana Beach Comunity Connections":MAILTO:info@solanabeachcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T120000
DTSTAMP:20240331T025532Z
CREATED:20240331T025532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T025532Z
UID:45026-1713092400-1713096000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Dieguito United Methodist Church hosts discussion about end of life options
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscussion Forum in the Chapel: \nGuest Speaker\, Lynne Calkins\, CRNP and founding board member of End of Life Choices California\, will provide information and resources about end of life options available to Californians. She will also discuss the California End of Life Option Act which authorizes medical aid in dying for qualifying terminally-ill individuals interested in the peaceful option it affords. Also she will address the value of advance care planning. Helping your loved ones understand your own values pertaining to your end-of-life wishes can be a wonderful gift to all those who love you.\nOpen to SDUMC Congregants.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-dieguito-united-methodist-church-hosts-discussion-about-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:San Dieguito United Methodist Church\, 170 Calle Magdalena\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EOLCCA-san-diegito-united-methodist-image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T120000
DTSTAMP:20240331T025532Z
CREATED:20240331T025532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T025532Z
UID:45662-1713092400-1713096000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Dieguito United Methodist Church hosts discussion about end of life options
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscussion Forum in the Chapel: \nGuest Speaker\, Lynne Calkins\, CRNP and founding board member of End of Life Choices California\, will provide information and resources about end of life options available to Californians. She will also discuss the California End of Life Option Act which authorizes medical aid in dying for qualifying terminally-ill individuals interested in the peaceful option it affords. Also she will address the value of advance care planning. Helping your loved ones understand your own values pertaining to your end-of-life wishes can be a wonderful gift to all those who love you.\nOpen to SDUMC Congregants.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-dieguito-united-methodist-church-hosts-discussion-about-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:San Dieguito United Methodist Church\, 170 Calle Magdalena\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EOLCCA-san-diegito-united-methodist-image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T120000
DTSTAMP:20240331T025532Z
CREATED:20240331T025532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T025532Z
UID:40321-1713092400-1713096000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Dieguito United Methodist Church hosts discussion about end of life options
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscussion Forum in the Chapel: \nGuest Speaker\, Lynne Calkins\, CRNP and founding board member of End of Life Choices California\, will provide information and resources about end of life options available to Californians. She will also discuss the California End of Life Option Act which authorizes medical aid in dying for qualifying terminally-ill individuals interested in the peaceful option it affords. Also she will address the value of advance care planning. Helping your loved ones understand your own values pertaining to your end-of-life wishes can be a wonderful gift to all those who love you.\nOpen to SDUMC Congregants.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-dieguito-united-methodist-church-hosts-discussion-about-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:San Dieguito United Methodist Church\, 170 Calle Magdalena\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EOLCCA-san-diegito-united-methodist-image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T110000
DTSTAMP:20230722T211732Z
CREATED:20230722T211732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T211732Z
UID:37503-1695290400-1695294000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Section on Aging: End of Life Choices California Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Sept 21\, 2023 at 10am.  Live Presentation at The Redwoods.  Private meeting.\nSusan Gess\, Volunteer End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce the organization and highlight the in-depth information available on the website as well as the personal services provided by EOLCCA to include personal phone support on all end of life topics.  Presentation will also include options available to those at the end of life including of Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nFor more information contact:  Rita Casey\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-section-on-aging-end-of-life-choices-california-presentation/
LOCATION:The Redwoods\, a community of seniors\, 40 Camino Alto\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T110000
DTSTAMP:20230722T211732Z
CREATED:20230722T211732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T211732Z
UID:45746-1695290400-1695294000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Section on Aging: End of Life Choices California Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Sept 21\, 2023 at 10am.  Live Presentation at The Redwoods.  Private meeting.\nSusan Gess\, Volunteer End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce the organization and highlight the in-depth information available on the website as well as the personal services provided by EOLCCA to include personal phone support on all end of life topics.  Presentation will also include options available to those at the end of life including of Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nFor more information contact:  Rita Casey\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-section-on-aging-end-of-life-choices-california-presentation-3/
LOCATION:The Redwoods\, a community of seniors\, 40 Camino Alto\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T110000
DTSTAMP:20230722T211732Z
CREATED:20230722T211732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T211732Z
UID:45109-1695290400-1695294000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Section on Aging: End of Life Choices California Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Sept 21\, 2023 at 10am.  Live Presentation at The Redwoods.  Private meeting.\nSusan Gess\, Volunteer End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce the organization and highlight the in-depth information available on the website as well as the personal services provided by EOLCCA to include personal phone support on all end of life topics.  Presentation will also include options available to those at the end of life including of Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nFor more information contact:  Rita Casey\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-section-on-aging-end-of-life-choices-california-presentation-2/
LOCATION:The Redwoods\, a community of seniors\, 40 Camino Alto\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T140000
DTSTAMP:20220823T013517Z
CREATED:20220823T013517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T013517Z
UID:45649-1660910400-1660917600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lavender Seniors of the East Bay
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Facing Difficult “End of Life” Decisions \nMany of us have watched our parents\, grandparents\, aunts\, uncles\, other family members and friends face difficult “end of life” decisions. Some of them have experienced protracted bouts of illness (e.g.\, Alzheimer’s\, Parkinson’s\, Cancer\, Stroke\, Heart\, Kidney or Liver Disease); others have had a sudden death while shoveling snow or a peaceful death in their sleep. And there are examples of everything in between. Though we may know intellectually that all of us will pass on one day\, none of us knows how or when. Californians approaching the end of life – no matter how old they are – now have some options to consider. \nIn 2016\, California followed the lead of its progressive neighbor to the north and passed the End of Life Options Act\, effective June 9th that year\, making it the fifth state in the country to adopt such legislation. There are now 11 states and jurisdictions in the U.S. that support medical aid in dying. This Act was renewed and enhanced earlier this year. Knowing what options might be available through this Act – including the potential for medically-assisted death – may be worth learning about. The Act empowers a person to choose a death with dignity. \nFor the Third Friday Lunch Bunch on 19th August\, we will have a well-versed team of experts on this subject making a presentation to us after our check-ins. \n\nStewart Florsheim\, Board Member\, End of Life Choices California\nAnn Gordon\, Practice Leader\, End of Life Option Program\, Kaiser Permanente\, NCal\n\nThey will help us answer at least the following questions\, plus be available for a robust Q&A session after their presentation. \n\nWhat does the act cover and how has it changed this year?\nWhat are the other legal options available in California at the end of life?\n\nFor more Information\, please contact:  Dr. John David Dupree\, Secretary at JohnDavid@LavenderSeniors.org[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/lavender-seniors-of-the-east-bay-3/
LOCATION:Oakland CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lav-Sr-Brunch-8.19.22.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lavender Seniors of the East Bay":MAILTO:johndavid@lavenderseniors.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T140000
DTSTAMP:20220823T013517Z
CREATED:20220823T013517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T013517Z
UID:35901-1660910400-1660917600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lavender Seniors of the East Bay
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Facing Difficult “End of Life” Decisions \nMany of us have watched our parents\, grandparents\, aunts\, uncles\, other family members and friends face difficult “end of life” decisions. Some of them have experienced protracted bouts of illness (e.g.\, Alzheimer’s\, Parkinson’s\, Cancer\, Stroke\, Heart\, Kidney or Liver Disease); others have had a sudden death while shoveling snow or a peaceful death in their sleep. And there are examples of everything in between. Though we may know intellectually that all of us will pass on one day\, none of us knows how or when. Californians approaching the end of life – no matter how old they are – now have some options to consider. \nIn 2016\, California followed the lead of its progressive neighbor to the north and passed the End of Life Options Act\, effective June 9th that year\, making it the fifth state in the country to adopt such legislation. There are now 11 states and jurisdictions in the U.S. that support medical aid in dying. This Act was renewed and enhanced earlier this year. Knowing what options might be available through this Act – including the potential for medically-assisted death – may be worth learning about. The Act empowers a person to choose a death with dignity. \nFor the Third Friday Lunch Bunch on 19th August\, we will have a well-versed team of experts on this subject making a presentation to us after our check-ins. \n\nStewart Florsheim\, Board Member\, End of Life Choices California\nAnn Gordon\, Practice Leader\, End of Life Option Program\, Kaiser Permanente\, NCal\n\nThey will help us answer at least the following questions\, plus be available for a robust Q&A session after their presentation. \n\nWhat does the act cover and how has it changed this year?\nWhat are the other legal options available in California at the end of life?\n\nFor more Information\, please contact:  Dr. John David Dupree\, Secretary at JohnDavid@LavenderSeniors.org[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/lavender-seniors-of-the-east-bay/
LOCATION:Oakland CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lav-Sr-Brunch-8.19.22.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lavender Seniors of the East Bay":MAILTO:johndavid@lavenderseniors.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T140000
DTSTAMP:20220823T013517Z
CREATED:20220823T013517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T013517Z
UID:45013-1660910400-1660917600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lavender Seniors of the East Bay
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Facing Difficult “End of Life” Decisions \nMany of us have watched our parents\, grandparents\, aunts\, uncles\, other family members and friends face difficult “end of life” decisions. Some of them have experienced protracted bouts of illness (e.g.\, Alzheimer’s\, Parkinson’s\, Cancer\, Stroke\, Heart\, Kidney or Liver Disease); others have had a sudden death while shoveling snow or a peaceful death in their sleep. And there are examples of everything in between. Though we may know intellectually that all of us will pass on one day\, none of us knows how or when. Californians approaching the end of life – no matter how old they are – now have some options to consider. \nIn 2016\, California followed the lead of its progressive neighbor to the north and passed the End of Life Options Act\, effective June 9th that year\, making it the fifth state in the country to adopt such legislation. There are now 11 states and jurisdictions in the U.S. that support medical aid in dying. This Act was renewed and enhanced earlier this year. Knowing what options might be available through this Act – including the potential for medically-assisted death – may be worth learning about. The Act empowers a person to choose a death with dignity. \nFor the Third Friday Lunch Bunch on 19th August\, we will have a well-versed team of experts on this subject making a presentation to us after our check-ins. \n\nStewart Florsheim\, Board Member\, End of Life Choices California\nAnn Gordon\, Practice Leader\, End of Life Option Program\, Kaiser Permanente\, NCal\n\nThey will help us answer at least the following questions\, plus be available for a robust Q&A session after their presentation. \n\nWhat does the act cover and how has it changed this year?\nWhat are the other legal options available in California at the end of life?\n\nFor more Information\, please contact:  Dr. John David Dupree\, Secretary at JohnDavid@LavenderSeniors.org[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/lavender-seniors-of-the-east-bay-2/
LOCATION:Oakland CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lav-Sr-Brunch-8.19.22.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lavender Seniors of the East Bay":MAILTO:johndavid@lavenderseniors.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T143000
DTSTAMP:20220524T053129Z
CREATED:20220524T053129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T053129Z
UID:45648-1657458000-1657463400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Wise Aging: End-of-Life Choice in California\, Family Stories session 2
DESCRIPTION:This event meets Sunday\, July 10\, 2022  • 11 Tammuz 5782 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Zoom. This is the second session addressing end-of-life choices. In the first session\, we covered the details about end-of-life choice\, along with the Reform Jewish perspective. In this session\, we plan to have a discussion including family members and friends who have been involved in implementing the decision. \nJoin this gathering live via Zoom Or dial in by phone to: (669) 900-9128\nMeeting ID: 814 0702 0804 \nFor more information\, please contact Stewart Florsheim.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-sinai-oakland-2-3/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Oakland\, 2808 Summit Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94609
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Temple-Sinai-Oakland-logo-for-web-1024x1024-1-e1673636244354.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T143000
DTSTAMP:20220524T053129Z
CREATED:20220524T053129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T053129Z
UID:45012-1657458000-1657463400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Wise Aging: End-of-Life Choice in California\, Family Stories session 2
DESCRIPTION:This event meets Sunday\, July 10\, 2022  • 11 Tammuz 5782 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Zoom. This is the second session addressing end-of-life choices. In the first session\, we covered the details about end-of-life choice\, along with the Reform Jewish perspective. In this session\, we plan to have a discussion including family members and friends who have been involved in implementing the decision. \nJoin this gathering live via Zoom Or dial in by phone to: (669) 900-9128\nMeeting ID: 814 0702 0804 \nFor more information\, please contact Stewart Florsheim.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-sinai-oakland-2-2/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Oakland\, 2808 Summit Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94609
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Temple-Sinai-Oakland-logo-for-web-1024x1024-1-e1673636244354.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T143000
DTSTAMP:20220524T053129Z
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SUMMARY:Wise Aging: End-of-Life Choice in California\, Family Stories session 2
DESCRIPTION:This event meets Sunday\, July 10\, 2022  • 11 Tammuz 5782 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Zoom. This is the second session addressing end-of-life choices. In the first session\, we covered the details about end-of-life choice\, along with the Reform Jewish perspective. In this session\, we plan to have a discussion including family members and friends who have been involved in implementing the decision. \nJoin this gathering live via Zoom Or dial in by phone to: (669) 900-9128\nMeeting ID: 814 0702 0804 \nFor more information\, please contact Stewart Florsheim.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/temple-sinai-oakland-2/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Oakland\, 2808 Summit Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94609
CATEGORIES:Community Organization Event,Virtual Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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