Resource person: Pam Petrie

Location: VIRL - Nanaimo North Boardroom (Vancouver Island Regional Library - Nanaimo North Branch) | 6250 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 5M4

Description:

This course will help participants understand the importance of advance care planning and how to choose someone to speak on their behalf if they are unable to make decisions for themselves. Participants will learn how to communicate and document their values, wishes, and preferences for future health and end-of-life care, helping loved ones and caregivers make informed decisions with confidence and respect.

Providing practical tools and guidance to support the development of an advanced care plan for participants and their families. Topics include resuscitation preferences, fears and concerns surrounding end-of-life care, and communicating personal wishes and values.

Instructor: Judy Cook has been a dedicated healthcare advocate within the local healthcare system for 25 years and understands the challenges that can arise when end-of-life wishes have not been discussed or documented in advance. While it can feel “too early” to make these plans, experience has shown that having them in place early provides clarity, comfort, and peace of mind for individuals and their loved ones.

Having worked in Palliative Care for 12 years, Judy has seen firsthand the benefits of advance care planning and how much easier it becomes to honour a person’s wishes when decisions have been thoughtfully communicated ahead of time. Judy has helped many individuals and families through this process and has seen the deep sense of relief that comes from having a clear plan in place.

Mandatory membership(s):

• Volunteer Membership 2026-27
• Life Membership
• Individual Membership 2026-27

Available spots: 12 out of 12

Price: $33.00 Taxes not included

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