Description
End-of-life options in New Mexico include a wide range of choices now, from continuing with a variety of treatments to a conscious decision to find a peaceful death, including medical aid in dying. After giving a short overview of advance healthcare directives, this presentation discusses all of them with an emphasis on important aspects of the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act passed in the 2021 legislative session.
Jan Wilson first volunteered with Compassion & Choices, making presentations about advance healthcare planning and directives. Since the passage of the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act, she has co-chaired the public outreach and education committee of the newly formed End-of-Life Options NM organization.