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SUMMARY:The Terraces of Los Altos
DESCRIPTION:Topic: In this compassionate and candid Zoom discussion\, gerontologist Sally Duplantier and pharmacist Susan Gess\, volunteer and member of the Advisory Council of End of Life Choices California\, will share advanced care planning documents and end-of-life medical care options. This will include a review of the End of Life Option Act also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)\, which has been in effect in California since 2016. \n We will also share planning resources available through the non-profit\, End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA). You will walk away with a better understanding of options to help you and your loved ones manage your care\, comfort\, and wishes at end-of-life. \nVirtual Presentation limited to Residents of the Terraces of Los Altos
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-terraces-of-los-altos/
LOCATION:The Terraces of Los Altos\, 373 Pine Lane\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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SUMMARY:The Terraces of Los Altos
DESCRIPTION:Topic: In this compassionate and candid Zoom discussion\, gerontologist Sally Duplantier and pharmacist Susan Gess\, volunteer and member of the Advisory Council of End of Life Choices California\, will share advanced care planning documents and end-of-life medical care options. This will include a review of the End of Life Option Act also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)\, which has been in effect in California since 2016. \n We will also share planning resources available through the non-profit\, End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA). You will walk away with a better understanding of options to help you and your loved ones manage your care\, comfort\, and wishes at end-of-life. \nVirtual Presentation limited to Residents of the Terraces of Los Altos
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-terraces-of-los-altos-2/
LOCATION:The Terraces of Los Altos\, 373 Pine Lane\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240603T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T064018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T064018Z
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SUMMARY:The Terraces of Los Altos
DESCRIPTION:Topic: In this compassionate and candid Zoom discussion\, gerontologist Sally Duplantier and pharmacist Susan Gess\, volunteer and member of the Advisory Council of End of Life Choices California\, will share advanced care planning documents and end-of-life medical care options. This will include a review of the End of Life Option Act also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)\, which has been in effect in California since 2016. \n We will also share planning resources available through the non-profit\, End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA). You will walk away with a better understanding of options to help you and your loved ones manage your care\, comfort\, and wishes at end-of-life. \nVirtual Presentation limited to Residents of the Terraces of Los Altos
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-terraces-of-los-altos-3/
LOCATION:The Terraces of Los Altos\, 373 Pine Lane\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240507T010617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T010617Z
UID:40931-1717074000-1717077600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Golden Gate Village at the Richmond Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_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 _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJudith Bishop\, CNM\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce EOLCCA and the resources it provides. She will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate: for Village members only.  \nFor more information about Golden Gate Village click here: Golden Gate Village \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/golden-gate-village-at-the-richmond-senior-center/
LOCATION:Golden Gate Village/Richmond Senior Center\, 6221 Geary Blvd\, 3rd floor\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240507T010617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T010617Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Gate Village at the Richmond Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_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 _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJudith Bishop\, CNM\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce EOLCCA and the resources it provides. She will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate: for Village members only.  \nFor more information about Golden Gate Village click here: Golden Gate Village \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/golden-gate-village-at-the-richmond-senior-center-2/
LOCATION:Golden Gate Village/Richmond Senior Center\, 6221 Geary Blvd\, 3rd floor\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240507T010617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T010617Z
UID:45679-1717074000-1717077600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Golden Gate Village at the Richmond Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_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 _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJudith Bishop\, CNM\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will introduce EOLCCA and the resources it provides. She will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate: for Village members only.  \nFor more information about Golden Gate Village click here: Golden Gate Village \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/golden-gate-village-at-the-richmond-senior-center-3/
LOCATION:Golden Gate Village/Richmond Senior Center\, 6221 Geary Blvd\, 3rd floor\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240506T233205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T233205Z
UID:40907-1716996600-1716996600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Villa Marin Retirement Community
DESCRIPTION:Sue Gess\, PharmD\, a volunteer with and member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council\, will review the legal end-of-life options in California.  These include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act (in effect since 2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: For residents of Villa Marin Retirement Community
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/villa-marin-retirement-community/
LOCATION:Villa Marin Retirement Community\, 100 Thorndale Dr\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation,Virtual Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240506T233205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T233205Z
UID:45043-1716996600-1716996600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Villa Marin Retirement Community
DESCRIPTION:Sue Gess\, PharmD\, a volunteer with and member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council\, will review the legal end-of-life options in California.  These include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act (in effect since 2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: For residents of Villa Marin Retirement Community
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/villa-marin-retirement-community-2/
LOCATION:Villa Marin Retirement Community\, 100 Thorndale Dr\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation,Virtual Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240506T233205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T233205Z
UID:45678-1716996600-1716996600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Villa Marin Retirement Community
DESCRIPTION:Sue Gess\, PharmD\, a volunteer with and member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council\, will review the legal end-of-life options in California.  These include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act (in effect since 2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: For residents of Villa Marin Retirement Community
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/villa-marin-retirement-community-3/
LOCATION:Villa Marin Retirement Community\, 100 Thorndale Dr\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation,Virtual Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240514T023016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T023016Z
UID:40965-1716391800-1716397200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:The Sequoias San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:Newly named EOLCCA Executive Director Mark Greenberg and EOLCCA Board Secretary Adrian Byram will speak to residents of The Sequoias retirement community in San Francisco. They will be introduced by EOLCCA Board member Fran Johns. This event is sponsored by The Sequoias’ HELP – honoring end of life preferences’ Committee. Greenberg will be presenting on recent developments relating to the CA End of Life Option Act and ongoing work of EOLCCA to expand awareness of the act and to support individuals seeking to understand all of their end of life options. Byram will also outline his recently published paper on accessibility of MAID in California (read more here).\nThe three will answer audience questions following these presentations. \nFor more information on the event\, please contact: Betty Carmack or  Mike Reddig\, co-chairs of the HELP Committee.\nLimited to Sequoias residents only.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-sequoias-san-francisco-2/
LOCATION:The Sequioas San Francisco\, 1400 Geary Blvd\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240514T023016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T023016Z
UID:45046-1716391800-1716397200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:The Sequoias San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:Newly named EOLCCA Executive Director Mark Greenberg and EOLCCA Board Secretary Adrian Byram will speak to residents of The Sequoias retirement community in San Francisco. They will be introduced by EOLCCA Board member Fran Johns. This event is sponsored by The Sequoias’ HELP – honoring end of life preferences’ Committee. Greenberg will be presenting on recent developments relating to the CA End of Life Option Act and ongoing work of EOLCCA to expand awareness of the act and to support individuals seeking to understand all of their end of life options. Byram will also outline his recently published paper on accessibility of MAID in California (read more here).\nThe three will answer audience questions following these presentations. \nFor more information on the event\, please contact: Betty Carmack or  Mike Reddig\, co-chairs of the HELP Committee.\nLimited to Sequoias residents only.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-sequoias-san-francisco-2-2/
LOCATION:The Sequioas San Francisco\, 1400 Geary Blvd\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240514T023016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T023016Z
UID:45681-1716391800-1716397200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:The Sequoias San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:Newly named EOLCCA Executive Director Mark Greenberg and EOLCCA Board Secretary Adrian Byram will speak to residents of The Sequoias retirement community in San Francisco. They will be introduced by EOLCCA Board member Fran Johns. This event is sponsored by The Sequoias’ HELP – honoring end of life preferences’ Committee. Greenberg will be presenting on recent developments relating to the CA End of Life Option Act and ongoing work of EOLCCA to expand awareness of the act and to support individuals seeking to understand all of their end of life options. Byram will also outline his recently published paper on accessibility of MAID in California (read more here).\nThe three will answer audience questions following these presentations. \nFor more information on the event\, please contact: Betty Carmack or  Mike Reddig\, co-chairs of the HELP Committee.\nLimited to Sequoias residents only.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/the-sequoias-san-francisco-2-3/
LOCATION:The Sequioas San Francisco\, 1400 Geary Blvd\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T062035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T062035Z
UID:40475-1715682600-1715688000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Village
DESCRIPTION:Zoom presentation on End-of-Life Options and California’s End-of-Life Option Act\nHenry Balson\, a volunteer with End of Life Choices California will provide a brief overview of the organization’s activities to raise awareness about choices we have at the end of life.  He will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, recent changes to the law\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate presentation for members of San Francisco Village
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-francisco-village/
LOCATION:San Francisco Village\, 3220 Fulton Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Francisco Village":MAILTO:info@sfvillage.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T062035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T062035Z
UID:45030-1715682600-1715688000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Village
DESCRIPTION:Zoom presentation on End-of-Life Options and California’s End-of-Life Option Act\nHenry Balson\, a volunteer with End of Life Choices California will provide a brief overview of the organization’s activities to raise awareness about choices we have at the end of life.  He will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, recent changes to the law\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate presentation for members of San Francisco Village
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-francisco-village-2/
LOCATION:San Francisco Village\, 3220 Fulton Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Francisco Village":MAILTO:info@sfvillage.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T062035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T062035Z
UID:45666-1715682600-1715688000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Village
DESCRIPTION:Zoom presentation on End-of-Life Options and California’s End-of-Life Option Act\nHenry Balson\, a volunteer with End of Life Choices California will provide a brief overview of the organization’s activities to raise awareness about choices we have at the end of life.  He will review the legal end-of-life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)\, and Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). The discussion will include information about who is eligible for MAID\, recent changes to the law\, the process to obtain a prescription for aid-in-dying medication\, estimated costs\, discussing your wishes with loved ones and medical providers.  There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation.  \nPrivate presentation for members of San Francisco Village
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/san-francisco-village-3/
LOCATION:San Francisco Village\, 3220 Fulton Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Francisco Village":MAILTO:info@sfvillage.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240328T212328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T212328Z
UID:40190-1715266800-1715272200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vi at Palo Alto: Learn About How You Can Make Informed End of Life Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Make Informed End of Life Decisions\nLearn how you can make informed end of life decisions and about who qualifies for Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) under the California End of Life Option Act. \nAdrian Byram\, PhD\,  Board Member of End of Life Choices California will present information on the legal end of life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). He will also talk about California’s End of Life Option Act\, which is a law also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).  This discussion addresses eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, how to request MAID from your doctor\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nThis presentation is for residents and staff of Vi at Palo Alto\, and unfortunately not open to the public.  For questions\, contact us by email: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vi-at-palo-alto-learn-about-how-you-can-make-informed-end-of-life-decisions/
LOCATION:Vi at Palo Alto\, 620 Sand Hill Road\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240328T212328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T212328Z
UID:45024-1715266800-1715272200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vi at Palo Alto: Learn About How You Can Make Informed End of Life Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Make Informed End of Life Decisions\nLearn how you can make informed end of life decisions and about who qualifies for Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) under the California End of Life Option Act. \nAdrian Byram\, PhD\,  Board Member of End of Life Choices California will present information on the legal end of life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). He will also talk about California’s End of Life Option Act\, which is a law also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).  This discussion addresses eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, how to request MAID from your doctor\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nThis presentation is for residents and staff of Vi at Palo Alto\, and unfortunately not open to the public.  For questions\, contact us by email: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vi-at-palo-alto-learn-about-how-you-can-make-informed-end-of-life-decisions-2/
LOCATION:Vi at Palo Alto\, 620 Sand Hill Road\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240328T212328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T212328Z
UID:45660-1715266800-1715272200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vi at Palo Alto: Learn About How You Can Make Informed End of Life Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Make Informed End of Life Decisions\nLearn how you can make informed end of life decisions and about who qualifies for Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) under the California End of Life Option Act. \nAdrian Byram\, PhD\,  Board Member of End of Life Choices California will present information on the legal end of life options in California\, including discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). He will also talk about California’s End of Life Option Act\, which is a law also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).  This discussion addresses eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, how to request MAID from your doctor\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nThis presentation is for residents and staff of Vi at Palo Alto\, and unfortunately not open to the public.  For questions\, contact us by email: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vi-at-palo-alto-learn-about-how-you-can-make-informed-end-of-life-decisions-3/
LOCATION:Vi at Palo Alto\, 620 Sand Hill Road\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T053744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T053744Z
UID:40466-1714658400-1714663800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Leisure World Senior Living Community at Seal Beach\, CA
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=”4.25.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nPeace Club presentation on: The Value of Advance Care Planning and an Overview of End-of-Life Options\nLinda Rowe\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California\, will outline the value of Advance Care Planning\, a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future health care choices and is applicable to adults at all stages of life.   \nA review of the legal end-of-life options in California will include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act in effect since 2016\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) or Death with Dignity. There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: Residents of Leisure World Senior Living Community  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/leisure-world-senior-living-community/
LOCATION:Leisure World Senior Living Community\, Member's Clubhouse\, Seal Beach\, CA\, 90740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T053744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T053744Z
UID:45029-1714658400-1714663800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Leisure World Senior Living Community at Seal Beach\, CA
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=”4.25.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nPeace Club presentation on: The Value of Advance Care Planning and an Overview of End-of-Life Options\nLinda Rowe\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California\, will outline the value of Advance Care Planning\, a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future health care choices and is applicable to adults at all stages of life.   \nA review of the legal end-of-life options in California will include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act in effect since 2016\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) or Death with Dignity. There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: Residents of Leisure World Senior Living Community  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/leisure-world-senior-living-community-2/
LOCATION:Leisure World Senior Living Community\, Member's Clubhouse\, Seal Beach\, CA\, 90740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240414T053744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T053744Z
UID:45665-1714658400-1714663800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Leisure World Senior Living Community at Seal Beach\, CA
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=”4.25.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nPeace Club presentation on: The Value of Advance Care Planning and an Overview of End-of-Life Options\nLinda Rowe\, volunteer with End of Life Choices California\, will outline the value of Advance Care Planning\, a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future health care choices and is applicable to adults at all stages of life.   \nA review of the legal end-of-life options in California will include discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  Additional detail will be provided about California’s End of Life Option Act in effect since 2016\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) or Death with Dignity. There will be ample time for questions and discussion at the end of the presentation. \nPrivate: Residents of Leisure World Senior Living Community  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/leisure-world-senior-living-community-3/
LOCATION:Leisure World Senior Living Community\, Member's Clubhouse\, Seal Beach\, CA\, 90740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240423T163308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T163308Z
UID:40736-1711105200-1711105200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Villages at San Rafael
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 _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGuest speaker Susan Gess will lead a discussion about options for those facing the end of their lives and will highlight two end-of-life topics: Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and Voluntarily Stopping Eating & Drinking (VSED)\, including their legal context\, eligibility requirements\, and current practices. She now serves on the Advisory Council for End-of-Life Choices California and volunteers her time to support families throughout their exploration of choices at the end of their lives.  (Event open to members of Marin Villages only.) \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-villages-at-san-rafael/
LOCATION:Marin Villages at San Rafael\, Office Bldg F conference room\, 4340 Redwood Hwy\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marin Villages-San Rafael":MAILTO:anzied@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240423T163308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T163308Z
UID:45036-1711105200-1711105200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Villages at San Rafael
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 _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGuest speaker Susan Gess will lead a discussion about options for those facing the end of their lives and will highlight two end-of-life topics: Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and Voluntarily Stopping Eating & Drinking (VSED)\, including their legal context\, eligibility requirements\, and current practices. She now serves on the Advisory Council for End-of-Life Choices California and volunteers her time to support families throughout their exploration of choices at the end of their lives.  (Event open to members of Marin Villages only.) \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-villages-at-san-rafael-2/
LOCATION:Marin Villages at San Rafael\, Office Bldg F conference room\, 4340 Redwood Hwy\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marin Villages-San Rafael":MAILTO:anzied@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20240423T163308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T163308Z
UID:45676-1711105200-1711105200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Marin Villages at San Rafael
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 _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGuest speaker Susan Gess will lead a discussion about options for those facing the end of their lives and will highlight two end-of-life topics: Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and Voluntarily Stopping Eating & Drinking (VSED)\, including their legal context\, eligibility requirements\, and current practices. She now serves on the Advisory Council for End-of-Life Choices California and volunteers her time to support families throughout their exploration of choices at the end of their lives.  (Event open to members of Marin Villages only.) \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/marin-villages-at-san-rafael-3/
LOCATION:Marin Villages at San Rafael\, Office Bldg F conference room\, 4340 Redwood Hwy\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Community Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marin Villages-San Rafael":MAILTO:anzied@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231026T173737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T173737Z
UID:38233-1708005600-1708009200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Hillcrest Retirement Community - End of Life Options 2-15-24
DESCRIPTION:February 15\, 2024 at 2 pm  Live Presentation.  Private for Residents of Hillcrest Retirement Community\nResidents of Hillcrest retirement Community are invited to join End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) Founding Director Lynne Calkins\, who will highlight services provided by this organization whose goal is to help ensure that people are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish. \nThe presentation will cover such topics as: \n\nAdvance care planning –  option ac\nUpdates to the California End of Life Option Act – as of January 1\, 2022:\n\n\n\n\nThe new bill reduces the waiting period between the required two oral requests to 48 hours. \nHealthcare systems and hospices now have to post their aid-in-dying policies on their websites.\nThe final attestation form is no longer needed.  \nThe amendment also clarifies that MAID medication can be taken within a healthcare facility.\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements for MAID – Must be 18 years or older; Must be of sound mind and exhibit appropriate decision-making capabilities to the attending physician; Must be able to self-ingest the medication either orally or by pushing through an NG tube; and Must be diagnosed with a terminal disease\, with a life expectancy of six months or less\, by two physicians.\n\nFor more information contact: Lynne Calkins\, LCalkins@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/hillcrest-retirement-community-end-of-life-options-2-15-24/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Retirement Community\, 2705 Mountain View Drive\, La Verne\, CA\, 91750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Hillcrest Retirement Community":MAILTO:info@livingathillcrest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231026T173737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T173737Z
UID:45120-1708005600-1708009200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Hillcrest Retirement Community - End of Life Options 2-15-24
DESCRIPTION:February 15\, 2024 at 2 pm  Live Presentation.  Private for Residents of Hillcrest Retirement Community\nResidents of Hillcrest retirement Community are invited to join End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) Founding Director Lynne Calkins\, who will highlight services provided by this organization whose goal is to help ensure that people are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish. \nThe presentation will cover such topics as: \n\nAdvance care planning –  option ac\nUpdates to the California End of Life Option Act – as of January 1\, 2022:\n\n\n\n\nThe new bill reduces the waiting period between the required two oral requests to 48 hours. \nHealthcare systems and hospices now have to post their aid-in-dying policies on their websites.\nThe final attestation form is no longer needed.  \nThe amendment also clarifies that MAID medication can be taken within a healthcare facility.\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements for MAID – Must be 18 years or older; Must be of sound mind and exhibit appropriate decision-making capabilities to the attending physician; Must be able to self-ingest the medication either orally or by pushing through an NG tube; and Must be diagnosed with a terminal disease\, with a life expectancy of six months or less\, by two physicians.\n\nFor more information contact: Lynne Calkins\, LCalkins@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/hillcrest-retirement-community-end-of-life-options-2-15-24-2/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Retirement Community\, 2705 Mountain View Drive\, La Verne\, CA\, 91750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Hillcrest Retirement Community":MAILTO:info@livingathillcrest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231026T173737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T173737Z
UID:45757-1708005600-1708009200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Hillcrest Retirement Community - End of Life Options 2-15-24
DESCRIPTION:February 15\, 2024 at 2 pm  Live Presentation.  Private for Residents of Hillcrest Retirement Community\nResidents of Hillcrest retirement Community are invited to join End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) Founding Director Lynne Calkins\, who will highlight services provided by this organization whose goal is to help ensure that people are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish. \nThe presentation will cover such topics as: \n\nAdvance care planning –  option ac\nUpdates to the California End of Life Option Act – as of January 1\, 2022:\n\n\n\n\nThe new bill reduces the waiting period between the required two oral requests to 48 hours. \nHealthcare systems and hospices now have to post their aid-in-dying policies on their websites.\nThe final attestation form is no longer needed.  \nThe amendment also clarifies that MAID medication can be taken within a healthcare facility.\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements for MAID – Must be 18 years or older; Must be of sound mind and exhibit appropriate decision-making capabilities to the attending physician; Must be able to self-ingest the medication either orally or by pushing through an NG tube; and Must be diagnosed with a terminal disease\, with a life expectancy of six months or less\, by two physicians.\n\nFor more information contact: Lynne Calkins\, LCalkins@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/hillcrest-retirement-community-end-of-life-options-2-15-24-3/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Retirement Community\, 2705 Mountain View Drive\, La Verne\, CA\, 91750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Hillcrest Retirement Community":MAILTO:info@livingathillcrest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231108T162724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T162724Z
UID:38292-1705590000-1705593600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Village: End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:January 18\, 3 PM.  Private presentation for residents of University Village\n \n\nLynne Calkins\, Founding Director of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will provide the latest information on services provided by our organization with the goal to help ensure Californians are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish.  The main focus of this presentation will cover California’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to 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 your physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined.  Time will be available for Q & A.\n\n\nQuestions Contact: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org\n\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/university-village-end-of-life-option-act/
LOCATION:University Village Thousand Oaks\, 3415 Campus Dr\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="University Village Thousand Oaks":MAILTO:info@uvto.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231108T162724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T162724Z
UID:45124-1705590000-1705593600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Village: End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:January 18\, 3 PM.  Private presentation for residents of University Village\n \n\nLynne Calkins\, Founding Director of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will provide the latest information on services provided by our organization with the goal to help ensure Californians are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish.  The main focus of this presentation will cover California’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to 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 your physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined.  Time will be available for Q & A.\n\n\nQuestions Contact: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org/\n\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/university-village-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:University Village Thousand Oaks\, 3415 Campus Dr\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="University Village Thousand Oaks":MAILTO:info@uvto.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T013434
CREATED:20231108T162724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T162724Z
UID:45761-1705590000-1705593600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Village: End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:January 18\, 3 PM.  Private presentation for residents of University Village\n \n\nLynne Calkins\, Founding Director of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will provide the latest information on services provided by our organization with the goal to help ensure Californians are able to receive the information and support they need to advocate for and experience the death they wish.  The main focus of this presentation will cover California’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to 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 your physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined.  Time will be available for Q & A.\n\n\nQuestions Contact: Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org/\n\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/university-village-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:University Village Thousand Oaks\, 3415 Campus Dr\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Senior Community Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="University Village Thousand Oaks":MAILTO:info@uvto.com
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