Get clarification on the misunderstood topic of end-of-life care.
Who can refer hospice? Can someone be on hospice for years? Who pays for it? Does it replace the need for caregiving? Hospice is a confusing topic, even for people in our industry. Learn about what hospice is, what hospice isn’t, how to access it and WHEN to access it. Join us as we break down myths and clarify this misunderstood topic of end-of-life care!
Lauren Lebien is the Community Engagement Manager at Hospice of Redmond, a nonprofit community-based hospice organization which has served all of Central Oregon for over four decades! Lauren has a BA in Communications, a strong marketing background and a passion for helping seniors. Lauren moved to Central Oregon in autumn of 2023 after working for 7 years in senior living in the Valley. She ran an independent living community, and she often referred her residents to these tailored services to keep them in their homes (if that was their wish). Now, Lauren represents Hospice of Redmond and spends a lot of time educating the public about hospice, myths surrounding hospice, and helping people in need access support.
Learn more about Hospice of Redmond at https://www.hospiceofredmond.org/
Questions? Contact laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org
AGE GROUP: | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |
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