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So some local events are coming up to assist with that.
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An Advance Care Directive, like a Living Will, is a formal legal document. Even so, explains Jane Eckles, chair of the steering committee for My Care, My Plan, Sonoma County, there are several easy ways to complete one.
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More information about My Care, My Plan, Sonoma County's planned events in the weeks ahead can be found here. Dr. Atul Gawande's recent book, Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End, has helped stimulate interest and action around these isues. The PBS/Frontline documentary based on his book has also helped, and a free public screening will be offered on Thurs., April 21, 1 p.m., at the Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol. See the trailer below.
