At Evergreen, we believe all patients have the right to let their voice be heard when it comes to their medical care. With the help of Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest, we are here to help you walk through an advance directive in a workshop format. We will focus on experiences, “living well”, choosing a healthcare […]
We will be providing training for a medical organization on Advance Directives. This 1-hour session describes the differences between a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare (DPOAH), Health Care Directive, and Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) as well as highlighting how to complete each document. Would you like a training on this or […]
A frank discussion about the meanings of advanced medical interventions, as well as what their outcomes could mean for patients in the short and long term. Advance care planning, advance directives, and the importance of palliative care are discussed. These interactive sessions include Q&A. Please contact Micki Jackson for more information. For more information, click […]
Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest, PCORI, and C-TAC invite you to attend a special event on Friday, September 6, 2019 from 3–6 p.m. at Cambia Grove in Seattle, WA. With support from the Person-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) as part of their Eugene Washington Engagement Award for Capacity Building grant, C-TAC is convening this Forum to highlight the findings of three pioneering research studies on communication, advance […]
Did you know less than 30% of all adults have an Advance Directive or a Power of Attorney for Healthcare? This person is needed to make medical decisions for you when you are unable to do so. An expert from Honoring Choices PNW will explain the process of completing your Advance Directive and how to […]
Honoring Choices PNW Faculty Kellie Durgan will be presenting on Day 2 of this conference, which is for professionals, family members and companions to develop and share ideas to improve the approach and contribution to comprehensive care for aging adults. Her workshop title is: Normalizing Conversations that Matter. Please direct all questions to the event […]
William Lombard, MD, long-time Whatcom County nephrologist, will present in layperson's terms the meanings of advanced medical interventions, and what their outcomes could mean for patients in the short & long term. This is an interactive session that includes Q&A. The importance of advance directives, palliative care, and the POLST are discussed. For more information, […]
Please join us for a presentation on Advanced Care Planning. We will also be providing all the documents you need in order to complete your own Plan. Honoring Choices is a program where physicians and hospitals work together to ensure your choices are honored at the end of life. Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest is an […]
Rebecca Rech Cutler, BSN, RN, CRRN, CHPN, presents the meanings of advanced medical interventions, and what their outcomes could mean for patients in the short and long term. Advanced care planning, […]
Join for a free discussion about your health care decisions. This group session, led by a trained advance care facilitator, will provide you with an opportunity to explore your values […]