What’s a DNR-C and what does it have to do with Advance Care Planning?

Join us at our in-person June event as paramedic Ann Bettles and Sheli O’Connor of Hospice Waterloo Region discuss:

• Key aspects of the DNR-C form (Do Not Resuscitate Confirmation Form)
• The growing role of Community Paramedicine; and
• How all of this relates to Advance Care Planning conversations

EVENT DETAILS

Date: June 15, 2023

Time: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Location: The Gies Family Centre, 100 Solstice Way, Waterloo

Cost: Free

REGISTER

Please RSVP below, or call 519-743-4114.

SPEAKERS

Ann Bettles has been a Paramedic with the Region of Waterloo since 2001. She currently holds the position of Supervisor, Community Paramedicine. Ann is a founding member of the Program, focusing on delivering individualized, non-emergency supports to community members. She is an advocate for clients and their families, encouraging the best quality of life possible by providing equitable and accessible care.

Sheli O’Connor is the Community Engagement Project Lead for Hospice Waterloo Region. Sheli led a successful 3-year project to educate and build understanding of Advance Care Planning across our Waterloo Region and is most proud of the incredible team of Ambassadors that have developed as a result of this work and now provide a variety of education sessions for the community. Sheli holds a Master of Social Work degree in community development and brings 30+ years of experience collaborating with the public and community partners. She strongly believes that “if it doesn’t happen in the community it doesn’t happen” and will continue to focus on increasing public understanding and developing programs that build our confidence in caring for each other.