Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)
The Medical Aid in Dying Law aims to ensure a peaceful death, to prevent suffering and achieve a death experience consistent with the patient’s values and wishes. California passed the End of Life Option Act, also known as Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), in 2015 & it took effect June of 2016.
Most people facing end-of-life decisions do not know of the law or “Death with Dignity” or all the options available to them and therefore are unable to make educated, informed end-of-life decisions.
Our mission is to help ensure that all Californians who are eligible for the End of Life Option Act are able to utilize the Medical Aid in Dying process, if they wish. Our staff will help you understand all aspects of the law by providing education, support, and compassion every step of the way. Call us 818-406-2387
We will help you and your family walk through the process from beginning to end.
We will explain all of the steps required and discuss all of the end-of-life options available in California, including the End of Life Option Act. MAiD
We will provide support and advocacy throughout the process.
It is your choice at end-of-life & we are here to make sure your questions are answered, and your wishes are honored.
Medical Aid in Dying Breavement Group 2nd Thursday of the month 7 pm pst zoom
Is the California End of Life Option Act right for you?
1. Are you a resident of California?
California's End of Life Option Act requires that you fulfill one of the following prerequisites to prove your residency.
(A) Possession of a California driver’s license or other identification issued by the State of California.
(B) Registration to vote in California.
(C) Evidence that the person owns or leases property in California.
(D) Filing of a California tax return for the most recent tax year. (E) There is no required number of days/months
2. Are you an eligible candidate?
California's End of Life Option Act requires that you fulfill all of the following to be eligible for MAID:
You are 18 years of age
Have a terminal illness and confirmed to have a 6 month (or less) life expectancy
You’re making an informed decision
You have decisional capacity to make an informed decision
You are physically and mentally capable of ingesting aid in dying medication
You have not demonstrated undue coercion and you’ve acted of your own accord
You have submitted and signed the witnessed written request form
You are California Resident
3. When should you talk about your options?
Sooner than you think. If you are a resident and eligible, we can talk more about your options immediately. This is a difficult discussion but you need to know how and when to proceed.
Your next step is to talk about it with someone who can help. Let’s discuss your options, your concerns, your questions, your fears and anything else concerning you. We have a team of end-of-life clinicians that will support you and your family throughout your journey with empathy and compassion.
Services Offered by LA Patient Advocates:
RN visit to explain all necessary steps and provide assessment
Physician assessment to determine eligibility for the End of Life Act
Physician consult for prescribing EOL medications
Provide medication and delivery
RN in attendance and support throughout process