Substitute President- Kevin Kelly
Prayer- John Eaton
Guests- Elaine Carties, Tanaya Call & Fitz

Announcements
Heidi/Fishing Derby- Trailer setup will be announced shortly, this will include what to bring and how to help. There was a brief review for the new members, this covered ticket sales procedure and the fishing derby process. The many procedures that occur both inside and outside of the trailer to make the derby happen were also covered. There is a new position added, like a gopher, they will be responsible for running out for food, coffee and whatever else may be needed.
Jim W Ice report- The ice covers many areas of the lake but is still thin and not safe yet, lets hope for colder temperatures to build up thicker and safer ice. Also a 29lb Lake trout was caught recently up in northern New Hampshire, wow!
Dick P as of today we are 8.2% ahead of last year, Yahoo!
The club has donated $500 to the Australian fire fund to support their fight and recovery.
A thank you letter was received from Camp Resilience for the support from the club.
Joke- Kevin K with “Fanny Green”

 

PROGRAM 
Speakers- Tanaya Call and Elaine Carties from LRVN Hospice Care
Topic- Health care services at home.
Tanaya- Common Question- What is hospice? Professional care for you and your family at home, it is a benefit for all involved. It has been proven that people with cancer live longer with hospice than in traditional care. On average people live 30 days longer and it is a benefit covered under Medicare for 100% of the cost, which helps with the financial burden. The sooner people join, the longer you will survive and you can graduate from hospice, if they recover they can discontinue the hospice care. This serviced can be covered over seas during travel under the hospice exchange program, importantly the standards for hospice care are international.
There has been great success locally with a person being able to ski with his son for the last time and helped him finish life in a graceful and peaceful way. He had 6 weeks to live according to his doctor but was able to live for 8 months and did many things he wanted to do.
Elaine- She started at lakes region and was there for 28 years, she has been involved in hospice care for 5 years and has enjoyed it very much. Hospice is not a death camp but a way to end your life with peace and comfort. This is an important discussion to have with your family to make sure everyone is aware of your wants and needs. Who is going to speak for you? Talk to a social worker, nurse practitioner and doctor to set the standards you want to live and die with. This road map needs to be set up prior to the occurrence, explore the nearby VNA to determine the best option for you. We have the densest cluster of VNA’s than any other places in the U.S.
Carl J believes it is equally important to the family as to the patient.
There are two forms to fill out-
First is POLST (Provider Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment) and finally the DNR report, when needed.
 
Happy $- For Rick G, Superbowl being stress free Jim M, for speakers and Dick G for 40 years of marriage.