As part of AMITA Health’s Autism Seminar Series, join Principal Partner, Kathryn C. Casey, JD, CELA, present on the healthcare and financial decisions one is allowed to make when named as a decision-maker. As well, Attorney Casey will also answer questions such as, “What professionals and community resources are available to help?”. This is a community presentation (CEUs are not available).

To RSVP, contact Janet Caruso at janet.d’onofrio@amitahealth.org or Monica DiOrio at mdiorio@duttonelderlaw.com

Attorney Melissa Kallio, JD, CELA, will be presenting at the 22nd Annual Case Management and Transitions of Care Conference, part of the American Case Managers Association – IL Chapter.

Topic: Surrogate Decision-Making: The Ethical and Legal Considerations for Adult Patients With and Without Capacity

The discussion will be framed from a medical ethics perspective, including the principles of autonomy, justice, beneficence, and non-maleficence.

For more information on the organization and this event, visit their website here.

As part of AMITA Health’s Autism Seminar Series, join Partner Amy Gjesdahl, JD, discuss the types of decision-makers authorized by Illinois law to make decisions on behalf of a disabled adult, including agents under Powers of Attorney, trustees, guardians, and health care surrogates. This session will cover whether the decision-maker is legally entitled to make the decision at hand, the extent of a decision-maker’s authority, and what ethical standards they should apply when making decisions. This is a community presentation (CEUs are not available).

To RSVP, contact Janet Caruso at janet.d’onofrio@amitahealth.org or Monica DiOrio at mdiorio@duttonelderlaw.com

In partnership with Elderwerks and Transitions Hospice and Palliative Care. Join Certified Elder Law Attorney and Partner at Dutton Casey & Mesoloras, Melissa Kallio, and Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director at Transitions Hospice and Palliative Care, Dr. Kuljit Kapur as they present (virtually) on health and legal considerations when planning for your healthcare future. Gain a better understanding of palliative vs. hospice care and the legal documents needed to be setup for success. This presentation is open to community members and professionals (for CEUs).

RSVP link will be posted closer to the event date.