Being Mortal Screening & Conversation Cafe™ with Expert Panel
Join the National Dialogue:
Please plan to attend a screening and expert panel discussion of the PBS FRONTLINE film Being Mortal. This groundbreaking film follows Dr. Atul Gawande, as a doctor and a son, as he explores the hopes of people facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors who care for them.
Refreshments will be served. No cost to attend.
Upcoming Being Mortal Screenings
End-of-Life Doulas: Empowering the End-of-Life Journey (Zoom)
Join us for an enlightening webinar that delves into the profound and compassionate role of End-of-Life Doulas. In this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the responsibilities, skills, and empathetic approach required to support individuals and their families during the final stages of life. Presenter: Claudette Peterson, INELDA Educator register download flyer
Clarifying Goals of Care for Individuals Living with Dementia (Zoom)
Recognizing dementia as the primary diagnosis in healthcare allows for a holistic and person-centered approach, acknowledging the profound influence of cognitive impairment on overall well-being. This workshop advocates for organizing care around the dementia diagnosis to ensure comprehensive and tailored interventions that address both the cognitive challenges and associated health issues, fostering a more effective […]
Being Mortal is brought to the OC community in collaboration among Orange County Advance Care Planning Partners, Orange County Aging Services Collaborative and Alzheimer’s Orange County.