THE RIGHT TO DIE (Part 2)
on their programs, the progress of any political or legislative processes that they are involved with and new books and publications on related topics are reviewed. Check their web site for newsletter prices and information on subscribing.
Two important programs of the Hemlock Society are: Caring Friends and the Hemlock Patient Advocacy Program. Caring Friends help members with terminal illnesses to investigate all their alternatives. These friends make sure that the patient does not have to die alone and that their attempts at self-deliverance are not a failure.
The Patient Advocacy Program was formed because studies conducted in medical centers in the US showed that doctors routinely ignore living wills and patients are dying in pain. These documented findings were published in the November 1995 Journal of the American Medical Association. Information on how to contact this advocacy group is included at their website. Their stated goal is "empowering you or your agent for health care decisions."
The Hemlock Society has an excellent list of online links to other sites that focus on end- of-life issues as well as where you can find local chapters in your area.
Other Contact Information:
PO Box 101810
Denver, CO
80250-1810
tel (800) 247-7421
fax (303) 639-1224
email@hemlock.org
www.Hemlock.org
It is my hope that you know more about "right-to-die" organizations after reading the information contained in this article. Next month, I am planning an article that will focus on the groups who are in direct opposition and favor the right-to-life. I welcome your comments.
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