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SUMMARY:Hadassah Sabra of the Desert - Special Interactive Program
DESCRIPTION:Special Interactive Program on End of Life Choices\nHadassah Sabra of the Desert meeting: not open to the public\nTwo interactive sessions (10:00-11:30 AM and 3:00-4:30 PM) will be presented by Judy Neall Epstein\, ND and Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, volunteers from End of Life Choices California. Discussion will include California’s End of Life Option Act which allows the legal use of medical aid in dying for terminal patients. We will also explore the Jewish perspective and the official position of the three major denominations on this issue. \nRegistration: https://secure2.convio.net/wzoa/site/Ticketing;jsessionid=00000000.app20119b?view=Tickets&id=117712&NONCE_TOKEN=89A94897D66B378BA7F5DA30490269EA \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/hadassah-sabra-of-the-desert-interactive-program-2/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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SUMMARY:Hadassah Sabra of the Desert - Special Interactive Program
DESCRIPTION:Special Interactive Program on End of Life Choices\nHadassah Sabra of the Desert meeting: not open to the public\nTwo interactive sessions (10:00-11:30 AM and 3:00-4:30 PM) will be presented by Judy Neall Epstein\, ND and Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, volunteers from End of Life Choices California. Discussion will include California’s End of Life Option Act which allows the legal use of medical aid in dying for terminal patients. We will also explore the Jewish perspective and the official position of the three major denominations on this issue. \nRegistration: https://secure2.convio.net/wzoa/site/Ticketing;jsessionid=00000000.app20119b?view=Tickets&id=117712&NONCE_TOKEN=89A94897D66B378BA7F5DA30490269EA \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/hadassah-sabra-of-the-desert-interactive-program-3/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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SUMMARY:Hadassah Sabra of the Desert - Special Interactive Program
DESCRIPTION:Special Interactive Program on End of Life Choices\nHadassah Sabra of the Desert meeting: not open to the public\nTwo interactive sessions (10:00-11:30 AM and 3:00-4:30 PM) will be presented by Judy Neall Epstein\, ND and Rabbi Suzanne Singer\, volunteers from End of Life Choices California. Discussion will include California’s End of Life Option Act which allows the legal use of medical aid in dying for terminal patients. We will also explore the Jewish perspective and the official position of the three major denominations on this issue. \nRegistration: https://secure2.convio.net/wzoa/site/Ticketing;jsessionid=00000000.app20119b?view=Tickets&id=117712&NONCE_TOKEN=89A94897D66B378BA7F5DA30490269EA \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/hadassah-sabra-of-the-desert-interactive-program/
LOCATION:Provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T133000
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SUMMARY:The Value of Taking Control of Advance Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Your Advance Health Care Planning today at Carmel Valley Branch 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/advance-care-planning-and-end-of-life-options-2-3/
LOCATION:Carmel Valley Library\, 3919 Townsgate Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:The Value of Taking Control of Advance Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Your Advance Health Care Planning today at Carmel Valley Branch 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/advance-care-planning-and-end-of-life-options-2-2/
LOCATION:Carmel Valley Library\, 3919 Townsgate Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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UID:38456-1707312600-1707316200@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:The Value of Taking Control of Advance Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Your Advance Health Care Planning today at Carmel Valley Branch 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/advance-care-planning-and-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Carmel Valley Library\, 3919 Townsgate Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T005757Z
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SUMMARY:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: In-person event open to the public. February 11\, 2024 1 PM\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). \nPresenters:  Carolyn Smith and Rita Casey\, volunteers 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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options/
LOCATION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library\, 1020 Ulatis Drive\, Vacaville\, CA\, 95687\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T005757Z
CREATED:20240124T005757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T005757Z
UID:45769-1707656400-1707660000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: In-person event open to the public. February 11\, 2024 1 PM\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). \nPresenters:  Carolyn Smith and Rita Casey\, volunteers 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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-3/
LOCATION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library\, 1020 Ulatis Drive\, Vacaville\, CA\, 95687\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T005757Z
CREATED:20240124T005757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T005757Z
UID:45132-1707656400-1707660000@endoflifechoicesca.org
SUMMARY:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: The Value of Advance Care Planning and Overview of End of Life Options
DESCRIPTION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library: In-person event open to the public. February 11\, 2024 1 PM\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). \nPresenters:  Carolyn Smith and Rita Casey\, volunteers 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/the-value-of-advance-care-planning-and-overview-of-end-of-life-options-2/
LOCATION:Vacaville Cultural Center Library\, 1020 Ulatis Drive\, Vacaville\, CA\, 95687\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="End of Life Choices California":MAILTO:info@endoflifechoicesca.org
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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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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20231018T164734Z
CREATED:20231018T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T164734Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://endoflifechoicesca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_5825-e1697740245625.jpeg
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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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T113000
DTSTAMP:20240207T172414Z
CREATED: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
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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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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
DTSTAMP:20240124T164614Z
CREATED:20240124T164614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T164614Z
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T140000
DTSTAMP:20240124T164614Z
CREATED:20240124T164614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T164614Z
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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