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@Oma_Trisha Having worked with persons with dementia for over 35 years, it is very difficult to watch. Planning is always good and compassionate death, well I am all for honoring one's own choices. 🤗🥰
I believe death with dignity is legal in several states and applies to anyone with a terminal illness which may include Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Once you have a dementia diagnosis, you cannot make that decision. A comprehensive, legal end-of-life document, made before the diagnosis; may allow the option. There are inheritance, insurance, and other considerations, and it's a challenging process at a difficult time for all involved.
Yes, that's exactly why I have my wishes noted in my Advanced Directives.
@nursefrombirth @Oma_Trisha
Unfortunately: Active euthanasia is not legal anywhere in the United States for humans. A person with dementia (Alzheimers or other dementia-related diseases that diminish mental capacity or impair decision-making ability) cannot access medical aid in dying in the United States under any circumstances.
My wife specializes in life enrichment for memory care patients, and there can be dignity and positive experiences while dying of dementia, no matter the cause.