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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Being Mortal Screening + Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Conversations surrounding death and dying can be difficult. Medical providers often struggle with these conversations\, as well. Dr. Atul Gawande shares his own path\, as a physician\, in this 60-minute documentary\, and urges us all to look closely at our cultural understanding of the dying process and how we can support one another better. In this 2-hour workshop\, we’ll view the 60-minute documentary with additional time for questions and discussion. Attendance at other Honoring Choice workshops is not required.\n\nLed by Allison Osgood\, Hospice Liaison\, of Beacon Hospice.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/honoring-choice-being-mortal-screening-discussion/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: About Palliative Care [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Some patients moving through a cancer diagnosis may learn about Palliative Care but what this service can provide may vary. Appropriate for patients of any age and at any stage in a serious illness\, Palliative Care can coincide with curative treatment. This kind of care is based on the needs of the person\, not the prognosis\, and is provided by a specially-trained team of doctors\, nurses\, social workers\, and other specialists to offer an extra layer of support.\nIn this workshop we will discuss what Palliative Care is\, how it differs from hospice care\, and what you can expect at a visit.\n\nLed by Julie West\, AGP CNP\, Mercy Hospital Palliative Nurse Practitioner.\n\nOpen to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/honoring-choice-about-palliative-care-dempsey-connects-4/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T110000
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: 5 Wishes Advanced Care Planning [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Advanced care planning conversations are important though often difficult and confusing. By taking the time to make your decisions known\, your directives can help alleviate fear and worry for you and your loved ones.\nFive Wishes is the most popular advanced directive in the United States\, meeting the legal requirements in several states\, including Maine. The document is easy to understand. All you need to do is check the box\, circle the direction or write a few sentences to make your needs known. We’ll walk through the document and learn what options are available to you and your family in this brief\, one-hour workshop.\n\nLed by Allison Osgood\, Hospice Liaison at Beacon Hospice.\nOpen to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/honoring-choice-5-wishes-advanced-care-planning-dempsey-connects-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T110000
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Understanding Hospice [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Most people know that Hospice is a program of care and support for people who are terminally ill and their families\, but do you know that hospice can mean so much more than that? Join us to learn what hospice does and does not mean\, how to access this benefit\, and what to expect for yourself or your loved one considering or entering hospice care.\n\nLed by Kate Sicotte\, RN\, Hospice Manager\, Rev. Kim Hoare\, MDiv\, Hospice Chaplain\, and Annie Blanchard\, LCSW\, Maine Health CHANS Hospice:\n\nOpen to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/honoring-choice-understanding-hospice-dempsey-connects-2/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T110000
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Maine’s Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Death with Dignity Act allows qualified individuals to request and receive life-ending medication from their attending physician under specific circumstances. This informational workshop will provide fact-based information regarding medical aid in dying\, and Maine’s law followed by a chance to ask questions.\n\nLed by Rev. Valerie Lovelace\, MS\, Executive Director\, Maine Death with Dignity.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/honoring-choice-maines-death-with-dignity-act-dempsey-connects-2/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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