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SUMMARY:Walnut Creek Library: Advance Care Planning and the California End of Life Option Act
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URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/walnut-creek-library-advance-care-planning-2/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Walnut Creek Library: Advance Care Planning and the California End of Life Option Act
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URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/walnut-creek-library-advance-care-planning-3/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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UID:38741-1711458000-1711461600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Physician Assistants about End of Life Options and California End of Life Option Act: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Teaching our newest clinicians about medical aid in dying\nLynne Calkins\, founding member of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will present this second of two sessions to students in the Physician Assistant Program at Point Loma Nazarene University on the End of Life Choices in California with emphasis on End of Life Option Act. Topics will include eligibility\, changes to the law\, and current trends in Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) including the expanded roles for PAs and Nurse Practitioners (NP) in some states. \nPlease note that this presentation is limited to students in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Please contact us at: speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/teaching-physician-assistants-about-end-of-life-options-and-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-two/
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
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UID:45136-1711458000-1711461600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Physician Assistants about End of Life Options and California End of Life Option Act: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Teaching our newest clinicians about medical aid in dying\nLynne Calkins\, founding member of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will present this second of two sessions to students in the Physician Assistant Program at Point Loma Nazarene University on the End of Life Choices in California with emphasis on End of Life Option Act. Topics will include eligibility\, changes to the law\, and current trends in Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) including the expanded roles for PAs and Nurse Practitioners (NP) in some states. \nPlease note that this presentation is limited to students in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Please contact us at: speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/teaching-physician-assistants-about-end-of-life-options-and-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-two-2/
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
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UID:45773-1711458000-1711461600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Physician Assistants about End of Life Options and California End of Life Option Act: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Teaching our newest clinicians about medical aid in dying\nLynne Calkins\, founding member of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will present this second of two sessions to students in the Physician Assistant Program at Point Loma Nazarene University on the End of Life Choices in California with emphasis on End of Life Option Act. Topics will include eligibility\, changes to the law\, and current trends in Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) including the expanded roles for PAs and Nurse Practitioners (NP) in some states. \nPlease note that this presentation is limited to students in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Please contact us at: speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/teaching-physician-assistants-about-end-of-life-options-and-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-two-3/
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240216T014900Z
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UID:38975-1711029600-1711033200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Reliance Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”12px” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_text_color=”gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a%22:%91%22header_4_text_color%22%93}”] \nPresentation:\nMarch 21\, 2024  2 PM   This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight California’s 2016 End of Life Option Act (EOLA))\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)—as well as subsequent changes to the law. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, member of the Board of Directors of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/reliance-hospice-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Reliance-900x300-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240216T014900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T014900Z
UID:45149-1711029600-1711033200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Reliance Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”12px” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_text_color=”gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a%22:%91%22header_4_text_color%22%93}”] \nPresentation:\nMarch 21\, 2024  2 PM   This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight California’s 2016 End of Life Option Act (EOLA))\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)—as well as subsequent changes to the law. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, member of the Board of Directors of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/reliance-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Reliance-900x300-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240216T014900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T014900Z
UID:45786-1711029600-1711033200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Reliance Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”12px” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_text_color=”gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-69012ac1-4951-4b9f-883d-0ae8be29e76a%22:%91%22header_4_text_color%22%93}”] \nPresentation:\nMarch 21\, 2024  2 PM   This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight California’s 2016 End of Life Option Act (EOLA))\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)—as well as subsequent changes to the law. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, member of the Board of Directors of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/reliance-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240207T173759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T173759Z
UID:38844-1710957600-1710963000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Together Temecula Valley Screening: "Last Flight Home" and End of Life Options Presentation
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”screening header” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|||on|||||” header_3_font_size=”18px” header_3_letter_spacing=”6px” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nScreening\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Last-Flight-home-scaled.jpg” alt=”Last Flight Home movie poster” title_text=”Last Flight Home” admin_label=”poster” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAbout the Movie\nLAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. This award-winning documentary introduces us to Eli Timoner in his final days and highlights his extraordinary life\, one filled with wild achievements\, tragic loss and above all\, enduring love from his incredibly close-knit family. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” custom_padding=”0px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”About the presentation” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAbout the Presentation\nThe screening will be followed by a presentation of End of Life Options by Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, Board Member End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) and Henry Balson\, volunteer with EOLCCA. Questions:  Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Click here to watch a trailer for this must-see film. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_text=”Purchase Tickets Here” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” button_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ button_url=”https://jttv.ticketspice.com/last-flight-home”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_6677.png” title_text=”Jewish Together Temecula Valley” url=”https://jewishtogethertemeculavalley.org/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”logo” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/jewish-together-temecula-valley-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-of-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EOLCCA-movie-featured-900x300-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240207T173759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T173759Z
UID:45143-1710957600-1710963000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Together Temecula Valley Screening: "Last Flight Home" and End of Life Options Presentation
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”screening header” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|||on|||||” header_3_font_size=”18px” header_3_letter_spacing=”6px” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nScreening\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Last-Flight-home-scaled.jpg” alt=”Last Flight Home movie poster” title_text=”Last Flight Home” admin_label=”poster” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAbout the Movie\nLAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. This award-winning documentary introduces us to Eli Timoner in his final days and highlights his extraordinary life\, one filled with wild achievements\, tragic loss and above all\, enduring love from his incredibly close-knit family. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” custom_padding=”0px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”About the presentation” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAbout the Presentation\nThe screening will be followed by a presentation of End of Life Options by Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, Board Member End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) and Henry Balson\, volunteer with EOLCCA. Questions:  Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Click here to watch a trailer for this must-see film. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_text=”Purchase Tickets Here” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” button_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ button_url=”https://jttv.ticketspice.com/last-flight-home”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_6677.png” title_text=”Jewish Together Temecula Valley” url=”https://jewishtogethertemeculavalley.org/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”logo” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/jewish-together-temecula-valley-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-of-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EOLCCA-movie-featured-900x300-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240207T173759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T173759Z
UID:45780-1710957600-1710963000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Together Temecula Valley Screening: "Last Flight Home" and End of Life Options Presentation
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ custom_margin=”0px|auto|auto|0px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|||0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”screening header” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|||on|||||” header_3_font_size=”18px” header_3_letter_spacing=”6px” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nScreening\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Last-Flight-home-scaled.jpg” alt=”Last Flight Home movie poster” title_text=”Last Flight Home” admin_label=”poster” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAbout the Movie\nLAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. This award-winning documentary introduces us to Eli Timoner in his final days and highlights his extraordinary life\, one filled with wild achievements\, tragic loss and above all\, enduring love from his incredibly close-knit family. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”12px” text_line_height=”1.6em” custom_padding=”0px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”About the presentation” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAbout the Presentation\nThe screening will be followed by a presentation of End of Life Options by Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, Board Member End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) and Henry Balson\, volunteer with EOLCCA. Questions:  Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Click here to watch a trailer for this must-see film. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_text=”Purchase Tickets Here” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” button_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ button_url=”https://jttv.ticketspice.com/last-flight-home”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”EOLCCA’s Mission” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font_size=”11px” text_line_height=”1.5em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-a16da716-01da-47f2-ba27-7a7bdc8d40db%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}”] \nEOLCCA’s Mission\nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options. \nPresentations\nTopics 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. \nFor more\nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A\, info on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  Request a speaker for your group or organization today. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_6677.png” title_text=”Jewish Together Temecula Valley” url=”https://jewishtogethertemeculavalley.org/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”logo” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/jewish-together-temecula-valley-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-of-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EOLCCA-movie-featured-900x300-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224735Z
UID:38766-1710583200-1710586800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public.\nSpeaker Carolyn Smith will discuss the legal end of life options in California\,such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, she will discuss the value of advance health care planning. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion includes eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, the steps needed to request the MAID prescription from a physician\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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; click here to 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/vallejo-public-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224735Z
UID:45139-1710583200-1710586800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public.\nSpeaker Carolyn Smith will discuss the legal end of life options in California\,such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, she will discuss the value of advance health care planning. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion includes eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, the steps needed to request the MAID prescription from a physician\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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; click here to 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/vallejo-public-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224735Z
UID:45776-1710583200-1710586800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public.\nSpeaker Carolyn Smith will discuss the legal end of life options in California\,such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, she will discuss the value of advance health care planning. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion includes eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, the steps needed to request the MAID prescription from a physician\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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; click here to 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/vallejo-public-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224228Z
UID:38764-1709899200-1709902800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6637.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224228Z
UID:45138-1709899200-1709902800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6637.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T224228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T224228Z
UID:45775-1709899200-1709902800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6637.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T213422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T213422Z
UID:38970-1709816400-1709820000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T213422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T213422Z
UID:45148-1709816400-1709820000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T213422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T213422Z
UID:45785-1709816400-1709820000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:38967-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:45147-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:45784-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:38964-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:45146-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:45783-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\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/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:38801-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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 \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:45141-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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 \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132145
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:45778-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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 \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-3/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T190000
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UID:38747-1709143200-1709146800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Benicia Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 28\, 2024  6 PM\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). \nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenters:  Presenters:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, 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/end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option/
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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