Who Will Speak for You? — Advanced Directives and Living Wills

In the event of illness or disability, is there someone you trust who can speak for you and communicate how you wish to be cared for if you are unable to do so? Learn the different types of Advanced Directives including Massachussetts Health Care Proxy & the “Five Wishes”. Class is held at the Merrimack Valley Hospice at the Riverwalk in Lawrence.

Instructor: All training provided by professionals from Merrimack Valley Hospice.

351 PRGR1017-OA: Tue., one evening, 6-8pm, 2/12, Free, Off Campus

352 PRGR1017-OB: Tue., one evening, 6-8pm, 5/7, Free, Off Campus

Introduction to Palliative Care and Hospice                       NEW!!                       

Interested in learning more about compassionate end of life care?  What are the differences and similarities between palliative care and hospice?  In this 2 hour informational session you will learn from a multidisciplinary team what may happen medically, emotionally and spiritually to patients and their loved ones.  By the end of this session you will have an understanding of compassionate end of life care, palliative care, hospice and information on how to become a Hospice Volunteer. Class held at Merrimack Valley Hospice at the Riverwalk in Lawrence.

284 PRGR1034-OA: M, 9-11am, one day, 3/4, Free, Off Campus

286 PRGR1034-OB: W, 5:30-7:30pm, one eve, 3/13, Free, Off Campus

End of Life Care – Become a Hospice Volunteer

A comprehensive 7 week training to help prepare you to become a Hospice Volunteer. The Beacon Hospice approach to care creates a patient & family environment of hope, comfort, and dignity. Volunteers are supervised by a Volunteer Coordinator and supported by other members of the patient care team. Class held at Beacon Hospice, 13 Branch St., Suite 106, Methuen, MA

Instructor: All training provided by professionals from Beacon Hospice.

127 HCPR1003-OA: Tue., 6-9pm, 7 wks, 3/12-4/23, Free, Off Campus