January 25 Program: What in the world is the new law POLST and why is it important to me?

(POLST is Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment. Some background is here.)

Monday, JANUARY 25, 2010

11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Miyama Main Hall, Harris United Methodist ChurchNuuanu Ave.  and South Vineyard Blvd.
Ample parking - driveway off Nuuanu Ave.

Agenda:

11:30 Luncheon: Homemade Vegetable Lasagna, Salad, Dessert - $5.00 Donation

11:45 Welcome, Introductions and remarks, Larry Geller, President

11:50 Election of Officers and Board Members

12:00 Program: Ken Zeri: What in the world is the new law POLST and why is it important to me? Zeri has been the President and Chief Professional Officer at Hospice Hawaii since Nov. 1, 2002. He has over 22 years of hospice experience, starting at the bedside, and progressing through a variety of leadership positions in several hospice organizations, both on the mainland and in Hawaii.

12:30 Questions and Answers

12:45 Announcements

1:00 Adjourn