advanced care planning

Honoring Choice: Understanding Hospice [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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 … Continued

Honoring Choice: Maine’s Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]

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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 … Continued

Honoring Choice: Being Mortal Viewing + Discussion [Dempsey Connects]

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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 … Continued