When does the lecture The Living Will take place?

The lecture takes place on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 7 PM.

Where is the event taking place?

The venue is the auditorium of vhs Erlangen at Friedrichstraße 19, 91054 Erlangen.

What is the cost of participation?

Participation in the lecture is free.

What topics are covered in the lecture?

The lecture covers basics and formulation aids for the living will as well as their binding nature for treating doctors.

What other groups of people are addressed?

The lecture also explains the role of relatives, appointed persons, and legal caregivers.

Understanding the Living Will and Preparing for the Emergency with Self-Determination

Name: The Living Will (Lecture)
Start: 2026-10-07T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-07T20:30:00+02:00
Location: vhs Erlangen - Aula

The Living Will: Preparing for Self-Determination in Erlangen

An accident or severe illness can put people of any age in a situation where they can no longer express their wishes. The lecture The Living Will at the vhs Erlangen therefore addresses an important question of personal care: How can one define in advance which medical treatment is desired in case of emergency?

Clear Guidance for an Important Decision

The focus is on the fundamentals of the living will and practical formulation aids. Participants will learn about the significance of such a statement for treating doctors and what is essential for clear, personal regulations.

Relatives, Appointed Representatives, and Caregivers in Focus

A living will not only concerns one's own medical care. The role of relatives, appointed persons, and legal caregivers will also be discussed in detail. The lecture clearly relates these contexts and provides guidance for personal care planning.

Preparation as Part of Responsible Life Planning

The event combines socially relevant information with concrete impulses for everyday life. Especially since questions about illness, treatment, and self-determination are often postponed, the evening offers a factual framework to confront one's own ideas.

Conclusion

Visitors can expect an informative evening with practical advice on living wills and their significance in medical everyday life. Those who want to strengthen their own self-determination and relieve relatives will experience a valuable guide at vhs Erlangen.