AID IN DYING · CALIFORNIA
Aid in Dying / End of Life Option Act
Clear information. Compassionate guidance. No judgment.
For eligible adults considering medical aid in dying under California’s End of Life Option Act, our experienced clinicians provide clear information, individualized guidance and compassionate support throughout the process.
How We Support You
Guidance for a deeply personal decision.
Considering aid in dying can bring medical, practical and emotional questions. Our role is to help you understand your options, navigate the process and make informed decisions based on your own wishes and values.
Understanding Your Options
Clear information about aid in dying, hospice, palliative care and other choices available to you.
Clinical Guidance
Experienced clinicians who can help you understand medical requirements and what the process may involve.
Honoring Your Wishes
Respect for your preferences, values and right to make your own informed decisions.
Support for Families
Thoughtful guidance for conversations, questions and practical concerns that may arise for the people you love.
About the Law
What is the End of Life Option Act?
California’s End of Life Option Act provides a legal pathway for qualifying terminally ill adults to request medication for medical aid in dying. The law includes specific safeguards and requirements, and participation is entirely voluntary at every step.
Eligibility
Who may qualify?
Eligibility is determined through the process required by California law. In general, a patient must meet specific medical and decision-making requirements.
18 years of age or older
Diagnosed with an incurable and irreversible terminal illness
Meet the prognosis requirement established under California law
Able to make informed medical decisions
Make the request voluntarily and without coercion
Be able to self-administer the medication
Meeting these general criteria does not by itself establish eligibility. Qualification must be determined through the legally required process.
Your Choice
Exploring an option does not mean choosing it.
Learning about aid in dying is part of understanding your end-of-life choices. Asking questions or beginning the process does not obligate you to proceed. Our role is to provide information and support while respecting your decisions at every step.
Hospice care, palliative care, symptom management and other comfort-focused options can also be discussed with our team.
You can ask questions, consider alternatives and change your mind.
The Process
What the process may involve.
The following is a high-level overview. Specific requirements are established by California law and must be followed with the appropriate medical professionals.
Start the conversation
Discuss your wishes and questions with an appropriate healthcare professional.
Eligibility is evaluated
The required medical professionals assess whether the patient meets the criteria established by California law.
Required requests and documentation
The law establishes requirements for patient requests, documentation and medical review.
Informed decision-making
Patients receive information about the medication, alternatives and other end-of-life care options.
The patient remains in control
Moving through the process does not require the patient to ultimately take the medication.
California law and procedures can change. Generation Care can help patients understand current requirements and appropriate next steps.
Understanding All Your Options
Aid in dying is one end-of-life option.
Informed decision-making also means understanding the other forms of care and symptom support available to you.
For Patients & Families
Difficult conversations deserve time and care.
Questions about aid in dying can be emotional for patients and the people who love them. Our clinicians approach these conversations with patience and respect, helping families understand the patient’s wishes while providing clear information and thoughtful support.
Here when you need us
Let’s talk about what matters to you.
Whether you’re exploring care for yourself or someone you love, our team is here to listen, answer your questions and help you understand your options.
Talk With Our TeamOr call us 24/7: (805) 496-0044