More states in the midwest are joining the conversation on Death with Dignity, and Wisconsin is the latest. Our CEO, Peg Sandeen shares why these laws matter with The Cap Times: https://tinyurl.com/mt4z2xh7
#DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #MedicalAidInDying #WisconsinLegislation
#DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #MedicalAidInDying #WisconsinLegislation
March 25, 2026 at 10:40 PM
More states in the midwest are joining the conversation on Death with Dignity, and Wisconsin is the latest. Our CEO, Peg Sandeen shares why these laws matter with The Cap Times: https://tinyurl.com/mt4z2xh7
#DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #MedicalAidInDying #WisconsinLegislation
#DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #MedicalAidInDying #WisconsinLegislation
Diana knew from experience the importance of helping dying people make informed decisions.
She advocated for people to have straightforward information on their options, and how to share and record their wishes to ensure they are respected.
@compassionindying.bsky.social #EndOfLifeChoice
She advocated for people to have straightforward information on their options, and how to share and record their wishes to ensure they are respected.
@compassionindying.bsky.social #EndOfLifeChoice
February 8, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Diana knew from experience the importance of helping dying people make informed decisions.
She advocated for people to have straightforward information on their options, and how to share and record their wishes to ensure they are respected.
@compassionindying.bsky.social #EndOfLifeChoice
She advocated for people to have straightforward information on their options, and how to share and record their wishes to ensure they are respected.
@compassionindying.bsky.social #EndOfLifeChoice
England & Wales voted for #AssistedDying. The unelected House of Lords blocked it. This Friday, MPs at Westminster have the chance to right that wrong. Tell your MP to do the right thing: click this @humanists.uk link
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#Autonomy #Dignity #EndOfLifeChoice
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#Autonomy #Dignity #EndOfLifeChoice
September 10, 2026 at 9:31 AM
England & Wales voted for #AssistedDying. The unelected House of Lords blocked it. This Friday, MPs at Westminster have the chance to right that wrong. Tell your MP to do the right thing: click this @humanists.uk link
humanism.eaction.org.uk/assisted-dyi...
#Autonomy #Dignity #EndOfLifeChoice
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#Autonomy #Dignity #EndOfLifeChoice
Bernadette Nunley, Compassion & Choices' chief legal advocacy officer, was recently featured on the Life is Legal podcast, hosted by Brooke Hardie.
Listen to their conversation about medical aid in dying: https://ow.ly/RfmE50ZMFAv
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Listen to their conversation about medical aid in dying: https://ow.ly/RfmE50ZMFAv
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Medical Aid In Dying Is Legal | Ep 30
Listen to Life Is Legal on RedCircle
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September 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Bernadette Nunley, Compassion & Choices' chief legal advocacy officer, was recently featured on the Life is Legal podcast, hosted by Brooke Hardie.
Listen to their conversation about medical aid in dying: https://ow.ly/RfmE50ZMFAv
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Listen to their conversation about medical aid in dying: https://ow.ly/RfmE50ZMFAv
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Deb Robertson is a Compassion & Choices advocate and storyteller who has been at the forefront of the end-of-life choice movement. Illinois' newly enacted law is nicknamed "Deb's Law" to honor her advocacy work.
Read more: https://ow.ly/jW9550ZQGSe
#DebsLaw #MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Read more: https://ow.ly/jW9550ZQGSe
#DebsLaw #MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
She lived to see ‘Deb’s law’ take effect. Now she can choose how she dies
Deb Robertson has become a leading advocate for end-of-life options in Illinois. After being diagnosed with a rare cancer, she pushed for a law allowing terminally ill patients to use lethal prescriptions to end their lives.
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September 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Deb Robertson is a Compassion & Choices advocate and storyteller who has been at the forefront of the end-of-life choice movement. Illinois' newly enacted law is nicknamed "Deb's Law" to honor her advocacy work.
Read more: https://ow.ly/jW9550ZQGSe
#DebsLaw #MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Read more: https://ow.ly/jW9550ZQGSe
#DebsLaw #MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Louise Perry’s New York Times op-ed warns that when assisted dying turns into an economic debate, compassion and autonomy are at risk.
(Note NYT Paywall)
#AssistedDying #EndOfLifeChoice #Compassion
(Note NYT Paywall)
#AssistedDying #EndOfLifeChoice #Compassion
Opinion | The Perverse Economics of Assisted Suicide
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July 31, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Louise Perry’s New York Times op-ed warns that when assisted dying turns into an economic debate, compassion and autonomy are at risk.
(Note NYT Paywall)
#AssistedDying #EndOfLifeChoice #Compassion
(Note NYT Paywall)
#AssistedDying #EndOfLifeChoice #Compassion
"Regardless of where one stands on medical aid in dying, there is broad agreement within the medical profession on one point: every patient facing a terminal illness deserves access to outstanding end-of-life care."
https://ow.ly/QpRL50ZEQW2
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
https://ow.ly/QpRL50ZEQW2
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
September 8, 2026 at 2:05 PM
"Regardless of where one stands on medical aid in dying, there is broad agreement within the medical profession on one point: every patient facing a terminal illness deserves access to outstanding end-of-life care."
https://ow.ly/QpRL50ZEQW2
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
https://ow.ly/QpRL50ZEQW2
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
In this heartfelt final message, Anita Wright gently reminds us why autonomy at the end of life matters. Her story beautifully honors compassion, dignity, and the importance of respecting personal choices.
#MAID #AnitaWright #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #CompassionateChoices
#MAID #AnitaWright #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #CompassionateChoices
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In this heartfelt final message, Anita Wright gently reminds us why autonomy at the end of life matters. Her story beautifully honors compassion, dignity, and the importance of respecting personal choices.
#MAID #AnitaWright #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #CompassionateChoices
#MAID #AnitaWright #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #CompassionateChoices
“The Hippocratic oath says do no harm,” Dr. Shapiro said. “And I don’t think we’re
harming anyone by doing this. I think we’re actually being compassionate and
relieving suffering.”
Read more about Quiĕtus: https://ow.ly/OEiE50ZLbIm
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateCare
harming anyone by doing this. I think we’re actually being compassionate and
relieving suffering.”
Read more about Quiĕtus: https://ow.ly/OEiE50ZLbIm
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateCare
The Start-Up That Helps People Die
Medical aid in dying is now legal in New York. A team of clinical professionals decided to create a practice to help their clients die on their own terms.
www.nytimes.com
September 14, 2026 at 4:05 PM
“The Hippocratic oath says do no harm,” Dr. Shapiro said. “And I don’t think we’re
harming anyone by doing this. I think we’re actually being compassionate and
relieving suffering.”
Read more about Quiĕtus: https://ow.ly/OEiE50ZLbIm
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateCare
harming anyone by doing this. I think we’re actually being compassionate and
relieving suffering.”
Read more about Quiĕtus: https://ow.ly/OEiE50ZLbIm
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateCare
With Deb's Law now in effect in Illinois, we want to be sure you're informed about how to access medical aid in dying across the Midwestern state.
Check out our free, downloadable resource about the Illinois End-of-Life Options Act: https://ow.ly/fFiX50ZLfRb
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Check out our free, downloadable resource about the Illinois End-of-Life Options Act: https://ow.ly/fFiX50ZLfRb
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
An Introduction to Medical Aid in Dying – Illinois – Compassion & Choices
Medical aid in dying is the practice in which a terminally ill, mentally capable adult patient voluntarily requests and receives a prescription medication from their physician that they can self-administer to die peacefully on their own terms. Medical aid in dying is authorized in 14 jurisdictions w…
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September 14, 2026 at 12:05 PM
With Deb's Law now in effect in Illinois, we want to be sure you're informed about how to access medical aid in dying across the Midwestern state.
Check out our free, downloadable resource about the Illinois End-of-Life Options Act: https://ow.ly/fFiX50ZLfRb
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Check out our free, downloadable resource about the Illinois End-of-Life Options Act: https://ow.ly/fFiX50ZLfRb
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice
Tomorrow, September 12, Illinois’ Deb’s Law takes effect despite multiple legal challenges, giving eligible adults with a terminal illness the option of medical aid in dying.
Learn more about the challenges here: https://ow.ly/JT7050ZMM0B
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #DebsLaw
Learn more about the challenges here: https://ow.ly/JT7050ZMM0B
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #DebsLaw
New Illinois Legal Challenges and Updates – Compassion & Choices
compassionandchoices.org
September 11, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Tomorrow, September 12, Illinois’ Deb’s Law takes effect despite multiple legal challenges, giving eligible adults with a terminal illness the option of medical aid in dying.
Learn more about the challenges here: https://ow.ly/JT7050ZMM0B
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #DebsLaw
Learn more about the challenges here: https://ow.ly/JT7050ZMM0B
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeChoice #DebsLaw
In honor of this year's #ADA anniversary, we're sharing a conversation with Dr. Seth Morgan who reflects on the groundbreaking law, his own multiple sclerosis diagnosis, and access to end-of-life options.
Read his remarks: https://ow.ly/PCyw50ZnMEp
#AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct #EndOfLifeChoice
Read his remarks: https://ow.ly/PCyw50ZnMEp
#AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct #EndOfLifeChoice
July 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
In honor of this year's #ADA anniversary, we're sharing a conversation with Dr. Seth Morgan who reflects on the groundbreaking law, his own multiple sclerosis diagnosis, and access to end-of-life options.
Read his remarks: https://ow.ly/PCyw50ZnMEp
#AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct #EndOfLifeChoice
Read his remarks: https://ow.ly/PCyw50ZnMEp
#AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct #EndOfLifeChoice
"I, and others like me, would take great comfort in knowing that, should things take a turn for the worse, there would be a legal and effective way to end our suffering."
Read more from Dr. David Clive: https://ow.ly/ecRt50ZkANR
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeCare #EndOfLifeChoice
Read more from Dr. David Clive: https://ow.ly/ecRt50ZkANR
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeCare #EndOfLifeChoice
Opinion/Guest column: Time now to pass bill on medical aid in dying - AOL
We know opponents' arguments to be false based on data from the 14 states plus Washington, D.C., where medical aid in dying is legal.
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July 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM
"I, and others like me, would take great comfort in knowing that, should things take a turn for the worse, there would be a legal and effective way to end our suffering."
Read more from Dr. David Clive: https://ow.ly/ecRt50ZkANR
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeCare #EndOfLifeChoice
Read more from Dr. David Clive: https://ow.ly/ecRt50ZkANR
#MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeCare #EndOfLifeChoice
Since becoming an MP in 2015, Kit is committed to moving the assisted dying debate forward. He is working alongside other MPs on the Bill Committee to establish cross-party legislation that will give terminally ill, mentally competent people choice over their deaths.
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
January 27, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Since becoming an MP in 2015, Kit is committed to moving the assisted dying debate forward. He is working alongside other MPs on the Bill Committee to establish cross-party legislation that will give terminally ill, mentally competent people choice over their deaths.
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
The will of parliament and of the public is clear - the current system is not working and the debate on assisted dying must continue. Parliament must get on with changing the law, to give choice to those who need it as they die, and greater protections for us all.
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
January 24, 2025 at 11:53 AM
The will of parliament and of the public is clear - the current system is not working and the debate on assisted dying must continue. Parliament must get on with changing the law, to give choice to those who need it as they die, and greater protections for us all.
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
#YesToDignity #EndOfLifeChoice
Are you prepared to die? I am, and that’s the right way to live. #EndOfLifeChoice https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/are-you-prepared-to-die-i-am-and-thats-the-right-way-to-live/2020/09/25/506d13dc-e88c-11ea-97e0-94d2e46e759b_story.html
November 25, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Are you prepared to die? I am, and that’s the right way to live. #EndOfLifeChoice https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/are-you-prepared-to-die-i-am-and-thats-the-right-way-to-live/2020/09/25/506d13dc-e88c-11ea-97e0-94d2e46e759b_story.html
Go ahead. Scream. No one will hear you. It doesn't matter. I am the one. I keep you alive. I keep you. Thank me. You will be grateful.
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#film #music #patient_rights #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #AidInDying #YesToDignity #cinema #film #movies #medical_battery
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#film #music #patient_rights #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #AidInDying #YesToDignity #cinema #film #movies #medical_battery
Medical Battery
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June 5, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Go ahead. Scream. No one will hear you. It doesn't matter. I am the one. I keep you alive. I keep you. Thank me. You will be grateful.
youtu.be/wd-F-TlMEEo?...
#film #music #patient_rights #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #AidInDying #YesToDignity #cinema #film #movies #medical_battery
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#film #music #patient_rights #EndOfLifeChoice #DeathWithDignity #AidInDying #YesToDignity #cinema #film #movies #medical_battery
🌟 Big news: Michelle Witte is FEN's new Executive Director! 🌟
Michelle brings deep dedication to end of life autonomy and years of leadership experience. We’re so excited for what’s ahead 💙
Read more about Michelle on our FB!
#FENLeadership #EndOfLifeChoice #FinalExitNetwork
Michelle brings deep dedication to end of life autonomy and years of leadership experience. We’re so excited for what’s ahead 💙
Read more about Michelle on our FB!
#FENLeadership #EndOfLifeChoice #FinalExitNetwork
Final Exit Network
🌟We’re thrilled to announce the appointment of Michelle Witte as our new Executive Director!🌟
With a deep commitment to end of life autonomy and a passion for compassionate care, Michelle brings...
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July 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
🌟 Big news: Michelle Witte is FEN's new Executive Director! 🌟
Michelle brings deep dedication to end of life autonomy and years of leadership experience. We’re so excited for what’s ahead 💙
Read more about Michelle on our FB!
#FENLeadership #EndOfLifeChoice #FinalExitNetwork
Michelle brings deep dedication to end of life autonomy and years of leadership experience. We’re so excited for what’s ahead 💙
Read more about Michelle on our FB!
#FENLeadership #EndOfLifeChoice #FinalExitNetwork
The Barbara Swartz Annual Lecture is just 7 days away! 🌿
🗓️ May 1 | 6–8 PM EST | FREE on Zoom
Hear from MAiD expert Thad Pope and Carol Abolafia, sharing her mother’s story.
💬 Q&A included!
👉 Register now
#FinalExitNetwork #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateDying
🗓️ May 1 | 6–8 PM EST | FREE on Zoom
Hear from MAiD expert Thad Pope and Carol Abolafia, sharing her mother’s story.
💬 Q&A included!
👉 Register now
#FinalExitNetwork #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateDying
April 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The Barbara Swartz Annual Lecture is just 7 days away! 🌿
🗓️ May 1 | 6–8 PM EST | FREE on Zoom
Hear from MAiD expert Thad Pope and Carol Abolafia, sharing her mother’s story.
💬 Q&A included!
👉 Register now
#FinalExitNetwork #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateDying
🗓️ May 1 | 6–8 PM EST | FREE on Zoom
Hear from MAiD expert Thad Pope and Carol Abolafia, sharing her mother’s story.
💬 Q&A included!
👉 Register now
#FinalExitNetwork #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #CompassionateDying
Facing our mortality is a shared human experience. I've found strength and insight in the words of others. Here are some favorite quotes on end-of-life wisdom. —Gary Wederspahn
🔗 www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net/2025/04/20/e...
#MAiD #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #DignifiedDeath
🔗 www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net/2025/04/20/e...
#MAiD #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #DignifiedDeath
End of life wisdom quotes
“Facing one’s own mortality is a universal human experience. I’ve been helped, encouraged and inspired by quotations from others’ reflections and insights. Here are some of my favorites.̶…
www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net
April 23, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Facing our mortality is a shared human experience. I've found strength and insight in the words of others. Here are some favorite quotes on end-of-life wisdom. —Gary Wederspahn
🔗 www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net/2025/04/20/e...
#MAiD #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #DignifiedDeath
🔗 www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net/2025/04/20/e...
#MAiD #RightToDie #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeChoice #DignifiedDeath