Course Instructors - Marian Tillotson, Ph.D, Teresa Heavner, MD,
Cathy Duke, LPC, Suzanne Carter
Course Fee - $25.00
Come listen and ask questions!
Is talking about death okay or taboo in your world?
What do you wonder or worry about?
Are prior experiences influencing your thoughts about death?
The goal of this class is to help you clarify your ideas and decisions concerning the end of your life with both facts and ideas to explore with yourself and your loved ones.
Course Outcomes:
Reduce fear and avoidance around discussing death.
Communicate wishes to your loved ones: Health care proxy
Identify and complete core end-of-life documents: Advance directive
Discuss options beyond traditional burial and cremation, including green burial and sustainable options.
Create a personal end-of-life plan, including hospice and palliative care.
Resource list.
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Instructors:
Marian Tillotson, Ph.D., is a retired educator with 36 years in the classroom and as a Central Office Academic Coordinator. She has had an interest in death education and end-of-life issues for over 15 years. She has attended and/or led Death Cafes, on-line programs, and in-person conferences during that time.
Teresa Heavner, MD, is a NC native and a graduate of Bowman Gray School of Medicine. She retired from Chatuge Family Practice after 35 years. She served as hospice medical director with Good Shepherd Hospice for 29 years.
Cathy Duke, LPC, is a semi-retired psychotherapist in practice 35+ years. She has a strong interest in death education and regularly participates in opportunities to expand her knowledge through reading, conferences, on-line workshops, and networking.
Suzanne Carter moved to Towns County in 2004 after a 25-year career as a public librarian in Madison, GA. She has served on boards of various groups over the years, including Friends of the Libraries of Towns County, and manages ICL’s on-line store. She has recently developed an interest in learning about and planning for end of life, including attending Death Cafes in Blairsville and death education seminars.
