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Online Book Club: Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest
Saturday, March 15, 2025 - 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM MST
The doctor’s office called. It’s not good news. What comes next?
When you are diagnosed with a life-changing illness, it can be overwhelming. While your diagnosis cannot be changed, the way you experience your illness can.
In Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest, Dr. Seow and Dr. Winemaker
have combined their decades of palliative care research and experience in caring for seriously ill patients. They have harnessed the advice of thousands of patients to create a roadmap that every patient and family will benefit from. In it, they share the 7 keys to unlock a better illness experience and reveal stories, tips and exercises to improve your journey right from diagnosis. These two compassionate experts empower you with practical tools to take charge of your life-changing diagnosis and navigate the health care system with confidence, knowledge, and calm.
This book is about hope in the face of uncertainty. It’s about how to live well, be fully informed, and be activated. How to feel more like a person, not a patient. But most of all, how to be hopeful and prepared at every step along the way.
Choice & Dignity's Jim Schultz will facilitate the discussion
The doctor’s office called. It’s not good news. What comes next?
When you are diagnosed with a life-changing illness, it can be overwhelming. While your diagnosis cannot be changed, the way you experience your illness can.
In Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest, Dr. Seow and Dr. Winemaker
have combined their decades of palliative care research and experience in caring for seriously ill patients. They have harnessed the advice of thousands of patients to create a roadmap that every patient and family will benefit from. In it, they share the 7 keys to unlock a better illness experience and reveal stories, tips and exercises to improve your journey right from diagnosis. These two compassionate experts empower you with practical tools to take charge of your life-changing diagnosis and navigate the health care system with confidence, knowledge, and calm.
This book is about hope in the face of uncertainty. It’s about how to live well, be fully informed, and be activated. How to feel more like a person, not a patient. But most of all, how to be hopeful and prepared at every step along the way.
Choice & Dignity's Jim Schultz will facilitate the discussion
Previous Books We Have Read
Online Book Club: Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss"
Friday, January 10, 2025 - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM MST
Join us for an engaging discussion of Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss" a deeply moving exploration of love, dignity, and the complexities surrounding assisted dying. This memoir chronicles Bloom's journey with her husband, Brian, as they navigate the devastating realities of his Alzheimer's diagnosis and the heart-wrenching decision to end his life on his own terms at Dignitas in Zurich.
Why You Should Read "In Love"
Join us for an engaging discussion of Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss" a deeply moving exploration of love, dignity, and the complexities surrounding assisted dying. This memoir chronicles Bloom's journey with her husband, Brian, as they navigate the devastating realities of his Alzheimer's diagnosis and the heart-wrenching decision to end his life on his own terms at Dignitas in Zurich.
Why You Should Read "In Love"
- A Unique Perspective on Love and Loss: Bloom’s narrative is not just about the sorrow of losing a loved one but also celebrates their vibrant relationship and the choices they make together in the face of terminal illness. The memoir invites readers to reflect on what it means to love someone deeply while facing their inevitable decline.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The book addresses critical themes such as autonomy, dignity in death, and the emotional complexities of caregiving. It challenges readers to confront their own beliefs about life, death, and the choices we make for ourselves and those we love.
- Rich Emotional Landscape: Bloom's writing is characterized by her sharp wit and candid insights, making this memoir both heartbreaking and beautifully crafted. The alternating chapters provide a dual perspective that enriches the narrative, allowing readers to connect with both Bloom's experiences and Brian's thoughts
- Choice & Dignity's Board Vice-President Tracy Corbin will facilitate our online discussion.
- The Meeting will run from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m Arizona Time