Wellness Wednesday: You Only Die Once, Navigating Options at the End of Life (Part 2)

Wed Oct 02 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United States, California 91942 | La Mesa

Grossmont Healthcare District
Publisher/HostGrossmont Healthcare District
Wellness Wednesday: You Only Die Once, Navigating Options at the End of Life (Part 2)
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Join us for this special four-part Wellness Wednesday series, as guest speakers explore types of care and support available at the end of life, and practical guidance for ensuring your wishes are honored. In “Part 2: Understanding the Language of End of Life – Hospice, Palliative Care, Death Doulas, and More”, Jessica Empeño will define frequently used terms in end-of-life care, help you understand benefits, and how to access palliative and death care resources, as well as discuss support for the grieving and bereaved.
Speaker: Jessica Empeño, MSW is a medical social worker with over 23 years of experience as a clinician, leader, educator, and advocate specializing in end-of-life care, dementia, caregiver support, program development, and leadership. She has a Master of Social Work degree from San Diego State University and certificates in Health Law & Policy, and Interdisciplinary Palliative Care. Jessica currently serves as the National Director of Clinical Engagement & Education for Compassion & Choices.
When: Wednesday, October 2 | Presentation 10-11 AM, Film screening begins 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, [email protected], or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: TBD
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9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United States, California 91942

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