New York's Medical Aid in Dying Act is now in effect after more than a decade of advocacy! "The time has finally come," said CEO Peg Sandeen. Read our press release: https://tinyurl.com/479t6tnc

The countdown begins! New York's Medical Aid in Dying Act takes effect this week. Our National Legislative Consultant, Geoff Sugarman, spoke with Spectrum News 1 about how the law compares to others and what 30 years of experience has shown. https://tinyurl.com/nh9ueydr

Today, New York courts delivered two important victories for end-of-life freedom for New Yorkers. In both lawsuits, opponents failed to take down New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act, and New York prevailed! #deathwithdignity #medicalaidindying #newyork

Jean and Chuck have shared 55 years of love, family, and life together in Minnesota. Now, as Chuck lives with advanced Parkinson's disease, Jean shares his story to advocate for medical aid in dying. Read why they refuse to give up. https://tinyurl.com/4cjzcaac

Bill spent decades building a life in MA—as an attorney, husband, father, and grandfather. After a Stage IV lung cancer diagnosis, he began asking how much control he would have over his own end-of-life experience. Today, he shares why he advocates for DWD in MA. https://tinyurl.com/4xr2yydx

As more states adopt medical aid in dying laws, more people are seeking clear, accurate information. Our CEO Peg Sandeen spoke with MarketWatch about planning ahead for end-of-life care, and why understanding your end-of-life wishes before a terminal diagnosis matters. http://bit.ly/4hp9RxB

Time is running out! MA lawmakers have until the end of the month to pass the End of Life Options Act (S1486/H2505). Read powerful new op-eds from advocate Terry Abdalain and retired physician Dr. Shelly Berkowitz on why MA can't wait another year for MAID: https://tinyurl.com/yeys65na

After seven years with ALS, Chuck chose to stop eating and drinking to end his life because DWD wasn’t available in Massachusetts, and he was too ill to travel. His wife, Terry, shares his story with the Cape Cod Times in an op-ed and explains why this fight matters. https://tinyurl.com/4uxrwpnr

What do Nicole Kidman and Chloé Zhao have in common? Both have expressed interest in becoming death doulas. As demand grows for compassionate end-of-life support, death doulas are helping people die with dignity and supporting caregivers along the way. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yc76kk4k

At 38, Scott was diagnosed with ALS while raising a toddler and expecting a second child. Today, he wants the option to face the end of life on his own terms, surrounded by family. Read Laura’s powerful op-ed on why Massachusetts needs the End of Life Options Act: https://tinyurl.com/35ycber2

Raised in an Irish Catholic family, Catherine became a death doula after years of hospice volunteering and supporting dying people and their loved ones. Today, she shares why IL's DWD law gives her hope for greater choice at the end of life. Read her story: https://tinyurl.com/we2te3c8

Dr. Susan Kun Leddy taught generations of nurses how to care for patients with compassion. When she faced metastatic breast cancer, she wanted the option of a peaceful, dignified death. But because of where she lived, that choice wasn't available. Read her story: https://tinyurl.com/5w8vpz3r

Today, we celebrate 13 years of VT’s Patient Choice and Control at End of Life Act. Thank you to the advocates and physicians who made this end-of-life choice possible. Has this law shaped the end-of-life experience for you or someone you love? Share your story: https://tinyurl.com/pf7mh6ma

Supporting someone through grief is something many of us will face. In our latest blog, our MSW intern Colin Mosgrove reflects on why phrases like “you’re so strong” can feel unhelpful and how simply being present can mean so much during times of grief. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3uc5b5w6

ALS ended Jim’s life. California’s law allowed him to decide how that life would end. In 2022, he pursued medical aid in dying under California law and died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Read his story: https://tinyurl.com/3chr9sss

For the first time since 2018, Ohio has introduced the Medical Aid in Dying Act (HB835). Rep. Eric Synenberg joined advocates and storytellers calling for this compassionate end-of-life in the Buckeye State. Read more and support the effort: https://tinyurl.com/2hud6np6 #medicalaidindying

After living with ALS for seven years, Chuck chose to stop eating and drinking because DWD was not available in Massachusetts. His death took more than ten days. His wife shares their story so no family has to endure unnecessary suffering at the end of life. https://tinyurl.com/mt46zwjh

Three mothers. Three states. One shared truth: a love of life, and the wish to live fully, on their own terms until the very end. This Mother’s Day, we continue to elevate their stories. Read our blog: https://deathwithdignity.org/stories/three-mothers/ #EndOfLifeCare #MothersDay

Mid-session update: New Jersey’s S710, an amendment to their DWD law, remains in committee. It would waive the 15-day waiting period for patients not expected to survive the 15 days. Urge legislators to hold a hearing—share and take action: https://tinyurl.com/23dk385d #deathwithdignity

Read why Ohio advocate Shara Baumgartel supports medical aid in dying in this powerful 2 min read: https://ow.ly/YTpX50YTxC2 #MedicalAidInDying #EndOfLifeCare #DignityInDying #PatientRights

Mid-session update: PA’s Compassionate Aid in Dying Act (HB1109/SB570) remains in committee. Help push it forward—urge legislators to hold a public hearing. Share this post and ask your community to contact their lawmakers today: https://tinyurl.com/mr3bs3j9 #deathwithdignity

For decades, Sean has supported families through end-of-life care and has seen how much choice matters. In Colorado, Death with Dignity brings peace—but it’s under threat. Read her story and help protect Death with Dignity https://ow.ly/POuW50YSPWc #DeathWithDignity #EndOfLifeCare #PalliativeCare

Shortly after Governor Hochul signed NY’s MAID law, DWD CEO Peg Sandeen joined Jorge and Paola Ramos on The Moment. Read our blog to explore their conversation on how the law works, patient choices, and facing the end of life: https://tinyurl.com/3b8wt5rb #deathwithdignity #medicalaidindying

Advocates Laura and Scott are fighting for Death with Dignity in Massachusetts. Read their story—a relationship of travel, adventure, and love in the face of an ALS diagnosis—to learn more about why they advocate for Death with Dignity. https://ow.ly/JHhC50YOP1H #DeathWithDignity #ALSAwareness

Michigan introduced the Death with Dignity Act (HB5825), a bill that would legalize Death with Dignity. Show your support! Share this post to make sure Michiganders know to write to the committee today! https://tinyurl.com/yhff4uuc #deathwithdignity #endoflifeoptions #medicalaidindying

Ohio introduced the Ohio Medical Aid in Dying Act, a bill that would legalize Death with Dignity. Share now and ask Ohioans to submit their stories today: https://tinyurl.com/pf7mh6ma #deathwithdignity #endoflifeoptions #medicalaidindying

Ohio Rep. Eric Synenberg is holding a press conference with Ohio End of Life Options to announce a new bill. JOIN US to hear directly from the sponsor and learn about Ohio’s first medical-aid-in-dying bill since 2018: https://ohiochannel.org/

North Carolina’s session starts today, and H410 has carried over. This bill would direct a study on MAID and is now in the House Rules Committee. Urge lawmakers to move it forward for a public hearing. Take action today: https://tinyurl.com/5crk8m6x #deathwithdignity #medicalaidindying

In winter 2025, Julie’s mother, Linda, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. As her illness progressed, she hoped for access to DWD in Wisconsin, but it isn’t legal there. As a result, she was left with limited choices at the end of life. Read Julie’s story: https://tinyurl.com/nhzhjsy7

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day! Honor your wishes and end-of-life planning with The Life File, a simple checklist to organize your intentions and make end-of-life planning easier. Get started: https://tinyurl.com/mrxa9xjn