• Hemlock Happenings

    Virtual meeting CA, United States

    New and Emerging Right to Die Options : Twelve ways to avoid late stage dementia

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  • Eumans! 4th Congress – Restart Democracy

    Maison de l'europe 77 av. de versailles, Paris, France

    Representative democracy, built on national frameworks and the pursuit of immediate electoral consensus, can no longer address the major challenges of our time — wars, failure to act on climate change, technological revolution, social fractures — which instead require cross-border and long-term responses. European political leaders raise their voices to exploit popular anger for electoral ... Read more

  • Navigating Senior Care Weekend Workshops

    I’m excited to invite all families, seniors, and care partners to our upcoming Navigating Senior Care Weekend Workshops, a compassionate, practical in-person series in February where together we will explore real-world planning for aging, healthcare crises, and long‑term care in BC. Join us on the days & locations of your choice: - Fridays in West Vancouver - Saturdays in ... Read more

  • The fight for assisted dying: Iceland and Ireland

    Virtual meeting CA, United States

      Since 2016, people across Canada have had the constitutional right to seek an assessment for a medically assisted death. Around the world, however, many nations are still navigating how their laws respect bodily autonomy and personal choice in the context of end-of-life rights. On Wednesday, February 11th at 3:00 p.m. Eastern, Dying With Dignity ... Read more

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  • Los enredos del cerebro

    zoom san diego, United States

    Son frecuentes las preguntas sobre cuáles pueden ser las señales de alarma que ayudan a identificar si las funciones cognitivas cambian. Muchas veces, esos primeros síntomas del deterioro cognitivo pasan desapercibidos, se asumen como parte del proceso de envejecimiento, o como síntomas asociados a las enfermedades que trae la edad. Sin embargo, siempre será necesario ... Read more

  • Kathryn Tucker: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy at the End of Life

    The Vi at La Jolla Village 8515 Costa Verde Blvd., San Diego, United States

    Can psychedelic medication relieve the anxiety and existential distress at the end of life? Saturday, February 14th, Kathryn Tucker, JD, will be our in-person guest speaker to discuss the benefits of these medications. Kathryn will inform us of the ongoing effort to allow people facing death to seek relief from psychological suffering and die gently through psychedelic therapy. ... Read more

  • The Role of Ethics in Long-Term Specialist Palliative Care

    zoom san diego, United States

    Overview Explore how ethics and palliative care guide decision-making in long-term care through real cases and practical frameworks. Title: The Role of Ethics in Long-Term Care: Specialist Palliative Care in a Changing Landscape of Resident Needs Abstract: Long-term care (LTC) homes increasingly serve as the final residence for frail older adults living with chronic, life-limiting illnesses. ... Read more

  • Preparing for the Realities of Dementia

    zoom san diego, United States

    Hosted by Connie Jorsvik of PatientPathways.ca, join us for this engaging online discussion. Karen Tyrell is a Canadian dementia consultant, author, and founder of Dementia Solutions. With over 30 years of experience, Karen will share creative, non-drug strategies and tools to support brain health, manage dementia-related behaviours, and better support both family and professional caregivers. Additionally, your host Connie ... Read more

  • Conversaciones sobre lo ineludible: compartiendo con mi familia mi voluntad de morir dignamente

    zoom san diego, United States

    Decidir anticipadamente sobre el final de nuestra vida no solo es un acto de cuidado para con nosotros mismos, sino también para con quienes nos rodean. Sin embargo, muchas veces esta no es una conversación tan sencilla. En ocasiones, el miedo a hablar sobre la muerte o al dolor de nuestra familia, pueden frenarnos. Entendemos que es ... Read more