10 Ways to Help Ensure a Peaceful Death
Only 10% of us will die in our sleep. For the rest, here is a list that can help facilitate a peaceful and painless exit. (Continue reading ...)
Beautiful Dying Expo
Did you catch the virtual Beautiful Dying Expo? Here's a recap with some personal reflection. (Continue reading ...)
Disability, ableism, and the right to die
Lamar Hankins, who was partly disabled for much of his adult life and whose father was severely disabled before dying from complications of Alzheimer's, shares why he supports the right to die even for the disabled. (Continue reading ...)
Rethinking the importance of MAID laws
The creator of The Good Death Society Blog shares his new perspective on Medical Aid in Dying. (Continue reading ...)
Do we need gatekeepers?
Faye Girsh reflects on one of the biggest obstacles to the right to die. (Continue reading ...)
“Completed Life” — A response to Derek Humphry
As a counter-point to Derek Humphry's recent post, the director of FEN's Exit Guide program voices support for self-deliverance based on a "completed life." (Continue reading ...)
Can suicide by older adults who are not terminally ill be a rational choice?
Derek Humphry, co-founder of The Hemlock Society and Final Exit Network, reflects on the trend of using "completed life" as a reason for self-deliverance among the elderly. (Continue reading ...)
Attention Writers and MAiD Supporters
Calling all writers! Here's how to submit a post idea. Also, register for a virtual debate between FEN supporter Thaddeus Pope and John Kelly of Not Dead yet. (Continue reading ...)
A Coordinator’s Perspective
Guest contributor Susie Y. offers a glimpse into the role of Coordinator, the first point of contact for anyone seeking guidance from FEN. (Continue reading ...)
The Right to Die — Who Decides?
Many advocates of the right to die want universal health care, noting that physician-aided death is legal in Canada. What might that mean for FEN? (Continue reading ...)