Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice to Present Free Educational Event on April 16
NORTHAMPTON — In observance of National Healthcare Decisions Day, Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospital invites the community to an enlightening panel discussion on Wednesday, April 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Northampton Elks Lodge, 17 Spring St., Florence, that will explore the vital aspects of self-advocacy, from designating a healthcare proxy to establishing a power of attorney.
Panel participants include Priscilla Ross, program director with the Executive Office of Aging and Independence, who will shed light on the options available in Massachusetts to ensure the care one wants; Ben Palkowski, attorney and CPA with Old Colony Law, who will clarify the significance of a power of attorney and estate planning, outlining the legal avenues available to ensure one’s wishes are honored; Jennifer Hutchison, clinical director of Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice, who will explore the vital concepts of a healthcare proxy; and Jenny Papageorge, director of Planned Giving at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, who will share ways to create a charitable legacy.
To RSVP, call Kelly at (413) 582-5330 or email vecdhc@cooleydickinson.org.