"Why couldn’t there be a service for these people where they can get MAiD-type help or have guidance on using a peaceful, lethal method?" -- Faye Girsh
We were united by one shared calling: helping people learn about and access their end-of-life choices.
Until now, there has been no form of advance directive that put these questions squarely in front of the person with early dementia. Last July, I published such a form.
What if the laws intended to give people more control over dying actually fail many of those who need them most?
Hollywood’s “peaceful pill” is pure fiction — a myth that misleads vulnerable people seeking real end‑of‑life options. Accurate information, not fantasy, is what they deserve.
Join the global day of giving and stand with Final Exit Network. Together, we ensure that every individual has the right to choose their end of life journey with dignity and compassion.
"At a time when a person with serious, debilitating illness and their loved ones are often ostracized, lonely, and feeling helpless, this kind of outreach felt – ironically – like a lifeline." -- Beverly Thorn
A significant new chapter is unfolding at Final Exit Network (FEN) as the organization proudly announces the appointment of Michelle Witte as its new Executive Director. Bringing a powerful and unique blend of personal lived experience, invaluable nonprofit leadership, and tireless advocacy, Witte is exceptionally positioned to guide FEN and its critical mission forward with renewed vision and empathy.
Chances are you're not prepared for the end. You should be and here's how.
"There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network: A Celebration of 20 Years" shares powerful testimonies from individuals connected to Final Exit Network (FEN), showcasing the organization's dedication to supporting mentally competent adults suffering from terminal conditions in their right to choose death.