The End of Life Option Act is a legal opportunity for terminally ill patients with six months or less to live. Mentally capable adults can request a life-ending drug prescription from their physician to die peacefully on their own terms.

How Can We Help?

As healthcare professionals, we are fully prepared, qualified, and educated to assist eligible patients with the End of Life Option Act without judgment. Our specialized team helps anyone eligible through this journey when requested.

Eligibility Requirements

Adults, 18 years or older
Life-limiting illness that is incurable and irreversible
Prognosis of six months or less
Mentally capable of making informed medical decisions
Voluntarily request the prescription without influence from others
Self-administer and ingest the medication

Summary of the Law

California enacted the End of Life Option Act to provide aid in dying for qualifying terminally ill residents. Signed into law in October 2015, it took effect June 9, 2016. California was the fifth state to enact an aid-in-dying law.

Participation Is Voluntary

Participation is voluntary for patients and health providers, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, hospitals, nursing homes, pharmacies, and hospices. Insurance providers are not required to cover aid-in-dying drugs.

The Request Process

Eligible patients must make two oral requests at least 15 days apart, one written request using the state form, and see a consulting physician. If mental capacity is in question, a mental health specialist evaluation is required.

We work closely with patients on decision-making, family discussions, and navigating the process. Contact us for more information.