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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/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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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-2/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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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-3/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T130000
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SUMMARY:Information for Physician Assistants (PA): California End of Life Option  Act: Session One
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URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/information-for-physician-assistants-pa-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-one/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T140000
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SUMMARY:Information for Physician Assistants (PA): California End of Life Option  Act: Session One
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=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \n \nLynne Calkins\, founding member of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will present this first of two sessions to students in the Physician Assistant Program on end of life options 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. \nQuestions Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \nThis presentation is limited to students in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program and is not open to the public.\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[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/information-for-physician-assistants-pa-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-one-2/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T170315Z
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UID:45772-1709038800-1709042400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Information for Physician Assistants (PA): California End of Life Option  Act: Session One
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=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \n \nLynne Calkins\, founding member of End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, will present this first of two sessions to students in the Physician Assistant Program on end of life options 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. \nQuestions Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \nThis presentation is limited to students in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program and is not open to the public.\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[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/information-for-physician-assistants-pa-california-end-of-life-option-act-session-one-3/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:College Students,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T164614Z
CREATED:20240124T164614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T164614Z
UID:38727-1708952400-1708956000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:San Francisco Public Library\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). California’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. \nPresenter: Dr. Robert Brody\, Board Chair – End of Life Choices California. \nTo Register: https://sfpl.org/events/#!/filters?date-end-after=02/26/2024&page=1 \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/san-francisco-public-library-end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act/
LOCATION:San Francisco Public Library\, 100 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102-4733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Virtual Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T140000
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UID:45134-1708952400-1708956000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:San Francisco Public Library\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). California’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. \nPresenter: Dr. Robert Brody\, Board Chair – End of Life Choices California. \nTo Register: https://sfpl.org/events/#!/filters?date-end-after=02/26/2024&page=1 \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/san-francisco-public-library-end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:San Francisco Public Library\, 100 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102-4733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Virtual Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T140000
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UID:45771-1708952400-1708956000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:San Francisco Public Library\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). California’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. \nPresenter: Dr. Robert Brody\, Board Chair – End of Life Choices California. \nTo Register: https://sfpl.org/events/#!/filters?date-end-after=02/26/2024&page=1 \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/san-francisco-public-library-end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:San Francisco Public Library\, 100 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102-4733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/San-Francisco-Library-logo.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T113000
DTSTAMP:20240207T172414Z
CREATED:20240207T172414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T172414Z
UID:38850-1708855200-1708860600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Sinai: Screening of Film "Last Flight Home" and presentation on End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 25: Temple Sinai Palm Desert. Time: 10 AM\nScreening of “Last Flight Home” followed by a presentation on End of Life Options\n \nThis 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. LAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. The 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 Thom Bettinger\, volunteer with EOLCCA. \nClick here to watch a trailer for this must see film! \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/temple-sinai-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-on-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Palm Desert\, 73251 Hovley Ln W\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T113000
DTSTAMP:20240207T172414Z
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UID:45144-1708855200-1708860600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Sinai: Screening of Film "Last Flight Home" and presentation on End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 25: Temple Sinai Palm Desert. Time: 10 AM\nScreening of “Last Flight Home” followed by a presentation on End of Life Options\n \nThis 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. LAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. The 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 Thom Bettinger\, volunteer with EOLCCA. \nClick here to watch a trailer for this must see film! \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/temple-sinai-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-on-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Palm Desert\, 73251 Hovley Ln W\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T113000
DTSTAMP:20240207T172414Z
CREATED:20240207T172414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T172414Z
UID:45781-1708855200-1708860600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Temple Sinai: Screening of Film "Last Flight Home" and presentation on End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 25: Temple Sinai Palm Desert. Time: 10 AM\nScreening of “Last Flight Home” followed by a presentation on End of Life Options\n \nThis 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. LAST FLIGHT HOME shares a heart-wrenching and stunning verité account of a family courageously facing both life and death. The 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 Thom Bettinger\, volunteer with EOLCCA. \nClick here to watch a trailer for this must see film! \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/temple-sinai-screening-of-film-last-flight-home-and-presentation-on-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Palm Desert\, 73251 Hovley Ln W\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T110000
DTSTAMP:20240215T205033Z
CREATED:20240215T205033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T205033Z
UID:38959-1708509600-1708513200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Advantage Health Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:February 24\, 2024 10 AM  This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight the 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 Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, 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\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/advantage-health-hospice-end-of-life-optionss/
LOCATION:Advantage Health Systems Hospice\, 9663 Tierra Grande St Suite 204\, San Diego\, CA\, 92126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T110000
DTSTAMP:20240215T205033Z
CREATED:20240215T205033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T205033Z
UID:45145-1708509600-1708513200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Advantage Health Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:February 24\, 2024 10 AM  This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight the 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 Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, 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\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/advantage-health-hospice-end-of-life-optionss-2/
LOCATION:Advantage Health Systems Hospice\, 9663 Tierra Grande St Suite 204\, San Diego\, CA\, 92126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T110000
DTSTAMP:20240215T205033Z
CREATED:20240215T205033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T205033Z
UID:45782-1708509600-1708513200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Advantage Health Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:February 24\, 2024 10 AM  This event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public.\nThe presentation will highlight the 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 Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA)\, 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\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/advantage-health-hospice-end-of-life-optionss-3/
LOCATION:Advantage Health Systems Hospice\, 9663 Tierra Grande St Suite 204\, San Diego\, CA\, 92126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T133000
DTSTAMP:20231222T201456Z
CREATED:20231222T201456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T201456Z
UID:38461-1708432200-1708435800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Community Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:University Community Library\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. \nThe 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:  Judy Schnack\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) \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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2-20-24/
LOCATION:University Community Library\, 4155 Governor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T133000
DTSTAMP:20231222T201456Z
CREATED:20231222T201456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T201456Z
UID:45130-1708432200-1708435800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Community Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:University Community Library\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. \nThe 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:  Judy Schnack\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) \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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2-20-24-2/
LOCATION:University Community Library\, 4155 Governor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T133000
DTSTAMP:20231222T201456Z
CREATED:20231222T201456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T201456Z
UID:45767-1708432200-1708435800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:University Community Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:University Community Library\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. \nThe 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:  Judy Schnack\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California (EOLCCA) \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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2-20-24-3/
LOCATION:University Community Library\, 4155 Governor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T130000
DTSTAMP:20240124T011014Z
CREATED:20240124T011014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T011014Z
UID:38722-1708430400-1708434000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lafayette Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California’s End of Life Option
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 20\, 2024 12 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-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option/
LOCATION:Lafayette Library\, 3491 Mt. Diablo Boulevard\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T130000
DTSTAMP:20240124T011014Z
CREATED:20240124T011014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T011014Z
UID:45133-1708430400-1708434000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lafayette Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California’s End of Life Option
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 20\, 2024 12 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-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-2/
LOCATION:Lafayette Library\, 3491 Mt. Diablo Boulevard\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T130000
DTSTAMP:20240124T011014Z
CREATED:20240124T011014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T011014Z
UID:45770-1708430400-1708434000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Lafayette Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California’s End of Life Option
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 20\, 2024 12 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-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-3/
LOCATION:Lafayette Library\, 3491 Mt. Diablo Boulevard\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T173000
DTSTAMP:20231019T181618Z
CREATED:20231019T181618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T181618Z
UID:38209-1708264800-1708277400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-18
DESCRIPTION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, February 18\, 2024\, 2-5:30 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q&A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-18/
LOCATION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, 612 Ocean St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_5825-e1697740245625.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T173000
DTSTAMP:20231019T181618Z
CREATED:20231019T181618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T181618Z
UID:45020-1708264800-1708277400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-18
DESCRIPTION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, February 18\, 2024\, 2-5:30 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q&A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-18-2/
LOCATION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, 612 Ocean St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_5825-e1697740245625.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T173000
DTSTAMP:20231019T181618Z
CREATED:20231019T181618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T181618Z
UID:45656-1708264800-1708277400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-18
DESCRIPTION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, February 18\, 2024\, 2-5:30 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q&A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-18-3/
LOCATION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, 612 Ocean St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_5825-e1697740245625.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20231018T164734Z
CREATED:20231018T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T164734Z
UID:38161-1708178400-1708189200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-17
DESCRIPTION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, February 17\, 2024\, 2-5 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q &A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-17/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, 6401 Freedom Boulevard\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Panel discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20231018T164734Z
CREATED:20231018T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T164734Z
UID:45119-1708178400-1708189200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-17
DESCRIPTION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, February 17\, 2024\, 2-5 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q &A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-17-2/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, 6401 Freedom Boulevard\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Panel discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20231018T164734Z
CREATED:20231018T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T164734Z
UID:45756-1708178400-1708189200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:"Jack Has A Plan" Film Screening and Panel Discussion 2-17
DESCRIPTION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, February 17\, 2024\, 2-5 PM\nJack Has A Plan is the story of Jack Tuller whose career as a budding San Francisco musician was altered in 1994\, when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. This documentary tells the story of the following 24 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next.  But Jack somehow turns his predicament into a left Coast art-performance project\, complete with experimental movies\, diaries\, and funky dance moves. Finally\, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life’s stage. San Francisco Examiner says “As joyous\, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be.” \nThe film will be followed by a Q &A/panel discussion including Bradley Berman\, director of the film; Jim Van Buskirk; Final Exit Network\, FEN Regional Director; and Judy Epstein\, End of Life Choices California\, Executive Director. \nPlease share this information with your family and friends! \nFor more information\, call: 831-454-8467 \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/jack-has-a-plan-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-2-17-3/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County\, 6401 Freedom Boulevard\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film/documentary screening,Panel discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20231026T173737Z
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20231026T173737Z
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTSTAMP:20231026T173737Z
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
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