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Planning Ahead Seminar — Advance Directives

June 11 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
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On Thursday, June 11, 2026, Monadnock Community Hospital is hosting a free Health & Wellness Seminar on Advance Directives at the Wellness Center Conference Room in Peterborough, NH. This panel presentation will explain what Advance Directives are, how they are used in clinical and emergency settings, and how to have conversations that help your loved ones and care team honor your wishes. A notary will be available onsite for anyone ready to complete their documents that evening.

Planning ahead for your healthcare is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and for the people who love you. Advance Directives are legal documents that make your wishes known if you are ever unable to speak for yourself. They remove uncertainty during some of the most difficult moments a family can face.

This free seminar from the Monadnock Community Hospital Health & Wellness Seminar Series will bring together four knowledgeable presenters to walk attendees through the practical details of Advance Directives in a clear, accessible way. No prior knowledge is needed.

What You Will Learn

  1. What an Advance Directive is and why it matters at any age
  2. The difference between a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare (DPOAH) and a Living Will
  3. How Advance Directives are used by hospital care teams and emergency responders
  4. The distinction between Advance Directives and medical orders such as DNR and POLST
  5. How to choose the right person to act on your behalf
  6. How to begin end-of-life conversations with your family and care team

Presenters

  • Lucas Shippee, DO – Monadnock Internal Medicine
  • Karen Langley, LICSW, Social Worker – Monadnock Behavioral Health Services
  • Michael Greenough, EMS Coordinator and Emergency Preparedness Specialist
  • Molly Rajaniemi, MBA, CHC, Compliance and Patient Experience Officer

Event Details

Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Wellness Center Conference Room, Monadnock Community Hospital, 452 Old Street Road, Peterborough, NH 03458 Cost: Free and open to the community

A notary will be available onsite following the presentation for anyone who would like to complete their Advance Directive that evening.

Register at ad-seminar-2026.eventbrite.com

 

Details

Organizer

  • Jana
  • Email jana.lothrop@mchmail.org

Venue

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