Whether caring for aging parents, supporting a loved one through a serious illness or simply planning for the future, navigating end-of-life decisions can be overwhelming. To help Nevadans approach these challenges with greater knowledge and confidence, is hosting a community summit offering practical guidance, expert insights and resources to help individuals and families make informed decisions and provide compassionate care.
Extension’s t will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at Extension's office located at 8050 Paradise Road. The event is presented through Extension's , in partnership with AARP Nevada.
“Families shouldn’t have to wait for a crisis to begin conversations about the end of life,” Natalie Mazzullo, Extension Healthy Aging Initiative coordinator, said. “Having these discussions earlier gives people time to understand their options, share what matters most to them and identify the support and resources that are available. By bringing experts and community organizers together, we hope to help families feel more informed and prepared to navigate these difficult decisions with confidence and compassion.”
is $50 per person and includes a continental breakfast, catered lunch, event materials and free on-site parking. Registration and breakfast begin at 8 a.m.
Open to the public, the summit is designed for anyone who wants to better understand end-of-life care, whether for themselves, a family member or someone they support professionally. Attendees will hear from experts on topics ranging from starting difficult conversations and understanding hospice and palliative care to coping with grief, supporting mental health and honoring diverse spiritual and cultural perspectives.
The event will also provide opportunities to ask questions, connect with experts and community organizations, and learn about resources available to help individuals and families approach end-of-life care with dignity, comfort and compassion.
Summit presentations and discussions will cover:
- Starting difficult conversations about end-of-life wishes and decisions.
- Understanding the differences between hospice and palliative care, and the importance of advance care planning.
- Exploring the role of end-of-life doulas and Death Cafes.
- Coping with grief and bereavement.
- Recognizing and addressing suicide risks among older adults.
- Understanding faith-based and spiritual perspectives on end-of-life care.
The summit will also feature networking opportunities and community resource displays to connect attendees with organizations and services that provide end-of-life care and support.
Continuing education opportunities
Health care and other professionals attending the summit can earn continuing education credits in several disciplines:
- Long-term care administrators: Approved for two continuing education units (CEUs) in ethics and four general CEUs by the Nevada State Board of Examiners for Long-Term Care Administrators.
- Social workers: Approved for one CEU in suicide, two CEUs in ethics and three CEUs in cultural competency by the Nevada State Board of Examiners for Social Workers.
- Other professionals: Continuing professional education credits will be approved by Extension for certified health education specialists, marriage and family therapists, and nurses.
- An application for CHES® (entry-level) / MCHES® (advanced level) Category I continuing education contact hours (CECH) has been made to the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC).
For more information, or if you require special accommodations or assistance to participate in the event, email Mazzullo or call her at 702-948-5911 at least five days prior to the event.
Media interested in interviewing summit presenters about end-of-life planning, caregiving, grief and other topics may email Mazzullo to coordinate interviews.
