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SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public.\nSpeaker Carolyn Smith will discuss the legal end of life options in California\,such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, she will discuss the value of advance health care planning. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion includes eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, the steps needed to request the MAID prescription from a physician\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; click here to sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library\, 505 Santa Clara Street\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: End of Life Options with Emphasis on California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public.\nSpeaker Carolyn Smith will discuss the legal end of life options in California\,such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, she will discuss the value of advance health care planning. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion includes eligibility\, recent changes to the law\, the steps needed to request the MAID prescription from a physician\, estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; click here to sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library\, 505 Santa Clara Street\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Dixon Senior Center: California End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:This event is Open to the Public \nThe presentation will cover the value of Advance Care Planning and related documents as well as highlight the End of Life Options Act (2016)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer 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. \n Questions: 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/dixon-senior-center-california-end-of-life-option-act/
LOCATION:Dixon Senior Center\, 201 S Fifth St\, Dixon\, CA\, 95620\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dixon Senior Center: California End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:This event is Open to the Public \nThe presentation will cover the value of Advance Care Planning and related documents as well as highlight the End of Life Options Act (2016)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer 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. \n Questions: 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/dixon-senior-center-california-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:Dixon Senior Center\, 201 S Fifth St\, Dixon\, CA\, 95620\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dixon Senior Center: California End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:This event is Open to the Public \nThe presentation will cover the value of Advance Care Planning and related documents as well as highlight the End of Life Options Act (2016)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. \nPresenter: Carolyn Smith\, Volunteer 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. \n Questions: 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/dixon-senior-center-california-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:Dixon Senior Center\, 201 S Fifth St\, Dixon\, CA\, 95620\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Library\, 44 S. 2nd St.\, Rio Vista\, CA\, 94571\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Library\, 44 S. 2nd St.\, Rio Vista\, CA\, 94571\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Rio Vista Library: End of Life Options Including California's End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options Including California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED).  In addition\, the value of advance care planning will be briefly described. California’s End of Life Option Act\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/rio-vista-library-end-of-life-options-with-emphasis-on-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Library\, 44 S. 2nd St.\, Rio Vista\, CA\, 94571\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
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SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T213422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T213422Z
UID:45148-1709816400-1709820000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T213422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T213422Z
UID:45785-1709816400-1709820000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Procare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Sue Gess\, Pharm D\, member of the Advisory Council for End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the free services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis is a VIRTUAL event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/procare-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation,Virtual Hospice In-Service,Virtual Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240207T180540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T180540Z
UID:38842-1709749800-1709753400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Oakland Public Library: Advance Care Planning and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Virtual event sponsored by the Oakland Public Library – open to the public. \nThe 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.  This 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: Sue Gess\, PharmD\, member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council. \nRegister HERE \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/oakland-public-library-advance-care-planning-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual 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:20240306T183000
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UID:45142-1709749800-1709753400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Oakland Public Library: Advance Care Planning and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Virtual event sponsored by the Oakland Public Library – open to the public. \nThe 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.  This 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: Sue Gess\, PharmD\, member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council. \nRegister HERE \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/oakland-public-library-advance-care-planning-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual 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:20240306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240207T180540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T180540Z
UID:45779-1709749800-1709753400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Oakland Public Library: Advance Care Planning and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Virtual event sponsored by the Oakland Public Library – open to the public. \nThe 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.  This 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: Sue Gess\, PharmD\, member of End of Life Choices California’s Advisory Council. \nRegister HERE \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/oakland-public-library-advance-care-planning-and-californias-end-of-life-option-act-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_6673.png
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:38967-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:California Mission Hospice\, 23441 South Pointe Drive\, Suite 245\, Laguna Hills\, CA\, 92653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:45147-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:California Mission Hospice\, 23441 South Pointe Drive\, Suite 245\, Laguna Hills\, CA\, 92653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T212449Z
UID:45784-1709730000-1709733600@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:California Mission Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Hospice perspective on the End of Life Option Act\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA)\, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD).The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Linda Rowe\, Volunteer\, End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nThis event is for hospice personnel and is not open to the public. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/california-mission-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:California Mission Hospice\, 23441 South Pointe Drive\, Suite 245\, Laguna Hills\, CA\, 92653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/California-Mission-Hospice.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:38964-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Topkare Hospice\, 7071 Convoy Ct.\, Ste. 101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:45146-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Topkare Hospice\, 7071 Convoy Ct.\, Ste. 101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T093000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240215T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T210958Z
UID:45783-1709713800-1709717400@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Topkare Hospice: End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:The Hospice Role in Medical Aid in Dying\nThe presentation will highlight California’s End of Life Option Act (ELOA) also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) and how hospices can be engaged in supporting their patients who request MAID. The background\, overview\, and specifics of this law such as who is eligible\, the process for obtaining the prescription from the patient’s physician\, and ingestion guidelines will be outlined. Latest trends\, ongoing barriers and issues\, and opportunities for collaboration will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Lynne Calkins\, CRNP\, Board member of End of Life Choices California\, will introduce our organization and the services of personal support and education provided through a dedicated team of volunteers. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n\n \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/topkare-hospice-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:Topkare Hospice\, 7071 Convoy Ct.\, Ste. 101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice presentation,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:38801-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library\, 505 Santa Clara Street\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:45141-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library\, 505 Santa Clara Street\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240125T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231758Z
UID:45778-1709373600-1709377200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vallejo Public Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Public Library: In-person event open to the public. \nThis presentation first demystifies the terms and documents used in Advance Care Planning such as Living Will\, Durable Power of Attorney\, and Advance and Dementia Directives.  The process of Advance Care Planning helps people consider what is most important for their life and for their health care and to be able to talk with family\, friends\, and medical providers about their wishes. The overview of End of Life Options will briefly describe choices such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, palliative care\, hospice care\, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) and California’s End of Life Option Act\, also called Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). \nPresenter:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n———- \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here \n 
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/vallejo-public-library-the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library\, 505 Santa Clara Street\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6636-scaled-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240124T183603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T183603Z
UID:38747-1709143200-1709146800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Benicia Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 28\, 2024  6 PM\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). \nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenters:  Presenters:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n——— \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6635.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240124T183603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T183603Z
UID:45137-1709143200-1709146800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Benicia Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 28\, 2024  6 PM\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). \nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenters:  Presenters:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n——— \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option-2/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_6635.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240124T183603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T183603Z
UID:45774-1709143200-1709146800@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Benicia Public Library: End of Life Options and California’s End of Life Option Act
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Public Library: In-person event open to the public. February 28\, 2024  6 PM\nThe legal end of life options in California will be outlined such as discontinuing or declining medical treatments\, hospice and palliative care\, and voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). \nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act (2016)\, a law that is also referred to as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) will be covered in more detail.  This discussion will include who is eligible\, recent changes to the law\, the patient’s required process and written request needed for obtaining the prescription from a physician\, the estimated costs\, and ingestion guidelines. \nPresenters:  Presenters:  Carolyn Smith\, volunteer for End of Life Choices California. \nQuestions: Contact\, Speaker@endoflifechoicesca.org \n——— \nEnd of Life Choices California’s mission is to provide Californians the information and support to successfully navigate their legal end-of-life options.  Relevant topics include Advance Care Planning; the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA); eligibility requirements for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD); and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)–a legal option in all 50 states. Our volunteers are very knowledgeable about both hospice and palliative care and can explain the differences between the two services. \nBe sure to check our Resources page for Q/A; information on books\, films\, and organizations; sign up for our blog; see upcoming events; and so much more.  To request a speaker for your group or organization\, click here.
URL:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/event/end-of-life-options-and-californias-end-of-life-option-3/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L St.\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,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:20240227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T140000
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UID:38730-1709038800-1709042400@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/
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:20260621T195919
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T170315Z
UID:45135-1709038800-1709042400@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-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:20260621T195919
CREATED:20240124T170315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T170315Z
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:20260621T195919
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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