These are "The Four Things that Matter Most" and the topic of Dr. Ira Byock's community talk during the 8th annual Hospice Savannah and Steward Center for Palliative Care's lecture series.
Dr. Byock is the country's leading palliative care advocate. Join him for the complimentary lunch and lecture at the Coastal Georgia Center at 305 Fahm Street in Savannah on Friday, January 22 at 12 noon. Register by January 15 at this link. This portion of the lecture series is underwritten by Bart, Meyer & Co., LLP and by Anthony and Shirley Costrini.

What would happen if you were in a serious car accident or became critically ill today? Would your spouse or child know your medical wishes? Save them the heartache and emotional pain of making these tough decisions by giving them the gift of clearly considered advance directives. Make it your New Year's resolution to explore the easy-to-follow directions at the National Hospice & Palliative Care's new web pages, "What are my options?"

If it's been at least a year since the death of your loved one, you may find yourself struggling with learning to live with your grief while beginning to reinvest in activities. "How do I want my life to look without my loved one? Who am I?  Where can I find meaning and purpose?" Come explore your feelings in a safe and supportive environment with others like yourself. "Building your New Life" adult day camp will be held at Full Circle, 6000 Business Center Drive on Saturday, February 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is no charge to attend, but please pre-register by calling 912.303.9442. Camp is underwritten by donations from the Kaminsky Automotive Group. 

Join painter Rebecca Kahrs and 11 of her students at their opening reception on Thursday, February 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Their work will hang in the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery through the end of March and, as always, a portion of proceeds benefits our Daily Impact Fund, providing many extra services not covered by Medicare and other insurances.

For a complete list of those honored or remembered by donations during the month of December, please click here.