ACT voluntary assisted dying scheme begins, allowing Canberrans to ‘die with dignity’

Canberran Gail Ford says she has lived a fortunate life. An educator and communicator with a passion to…
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My mother, Dr Sarah Traister Moskovitz, died on 1 September 2024 through Medical Aid in Dying (MAID). It was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever witnessed. She was 97. This is the story of how she came to end her own life.

https://dave.moskovitz.co.nz/2024/12/09/assisted-death/

A #hospice in #BradfordOnAvon is working with #ForestryEngland to bring the sounds and sights of #nature to #TerminallyIll patients.

#DorothyHouseHospice Care is offering a series of #VirtualReality videos to those who are unable to go outdoors.

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Good Morning #Canada
Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying legislation was passed in 2016 allowing individuals to die with dignity on their terms. Dissenting opinions on MAID continue but the law has resulted in an increase in organ donations. In Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain, a total of 286 people who sought euthanasia provided organs to save the lives of 837 people - almost half of those came from Canada.

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https://www.voanews.com/a/canada-leads-world-in-organ-donations-from-euthanasia/6926402.html

"They were both very active and extremely independent, and it just made sense that they were given the opportunity to be in control until their very last day."
Legg said that she learned of the Aug. 8 date about a week in advance. She said the final week was a memorable and meaningful rush of visiting with family and friends.
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/couple-journey-maid-program-together-1.6965395

Knowing in advance what the hurdles are barriers are to VAD can save precious time and a traumatic death. Opposition from religious organisations and representatives can often be a major issue, so knowing your rights and options is essential.

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