Eric’s journey to a medically assisted death (MAID)

Three and a half years after being diagnosed with ALS, Eric chose medical assistance in dying (or MAID) at Casey House.  Listen as Eric reflects on his past, the lead up to his decision, and how MAID gave him a renewed sense of choice, dignity and hope.

Positively Speaking is a project by Casey House hospital, visit our website to learn more.

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Additional resources: 

MAiDHOUSE – “MAiDHouse is a non-profit organization based in Toronto devoted to providing those eligible to receive medical assistance in dying (MAiD) with a supportive, inclusive and comfortable setting.”  For more information visit www.maidhouse.ca

DYING WITH DIGNITY – “Dying With Dignity Canada (DWDC) is the national human-rights charity committed to improving quality of dying, protecting end-of-life rights, and helping people across Canada avoid unwanted suffering.“ For more information visit www.dyingwithdignity.ca

BRIDGE C-14 – “is a non-profit organization that works to help improve the lives of individuals and their loved ones throughout all stages of the assisted death process in Canada.” For more information visit www.bridgec14.org

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