The Woolwich Community Health Centre recently hosted a health promotion workshop that delved into the crucial topics of Advance Care Planning (ACP) and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). Collaborating with representatives from Grand River Hospital and Hospice Waterloo, the workshop aimed to empower community members with valuable information about making informed healthcare decisions and understanding end-of-life options. Attendees gained insights into the importance of ACP, enabling them to express their healthcare preferences and values for future medical scenarios. The inclusion of MAiD discussions facilitated a comprehensive exploration of end-of-life choices. The workshop not only fostered a supportive environment for open dialogue but also provided essential resources to guide individuals through the planning process. For those who couldn't attend, the recording of the session is below along with the resources provided.
If you want to learn more about Hospice Waterloo, join us on Thursday, April 18 from 12:00 - 1:30 for "Hospice 101" for a more in-depth look at what hospice palliative care is and about their programs and services. Feel free to email Tariq at tabdulhadi@wchc.on.ca to register for that session, or any other upcoming sessions.
Advance Care Planning
There are lots of great resources online:
Advance Care Planning workbook, breakdown into four sections, includes wallet card
Power of Attorney for personal care pamphlet
Community Legal Education Ontario – CLEO – free online tool to create your own POA documents and Wills - created by CLEO in partnership with lawyer Judith Wahl - can sign in anonymously and work through the process yourself – great learning tool and at end it creates printable documents that once witnessed and signed correctly ARE legal documents
Power of Attorney for property pamphlet
Advance Care Planning Waterloo Wellington
Printed resource packages are available for pick up at the Hospice Waterloo Region building should you wish to come and pick one up. 100 Solstice Way, Waterloo.