VAD and Dementia in the news
This editorial in The Age newspaper on 13 June includes a call for the government to consider the issue of dementia, among others, when it conducts its upcoming review of…
DWDV survey of attitudes to voluntary assisted dying
In late 2022, Dying With Dignity Victoria (DWDV) invited contacts via email, its website and social media to complete a survey of their experience with – or understanding of -…
Misinformation in Aston!
DWDV was informed today by a supporter that leaflets are being delivered to constituents of the Federal electorate of Aston, in which a by-election will be held on April 1,…
Advance Care Planning Week
This week, 20-26 March, is National Advance Care Planning Week - an ideal time to complete or update your paperwork! You can download forms and accompanying guideline documents from our…
Have your say on voluntary assisted dying in the ACT
The ACT Government has begun consultation on a proposed voluntary assisted dying (VAD) law and wants to hear from you.The government wants to know how VAD should be approached in…
VAD now available for eligible patients in South Australia
Voluntary Assisted Dying finally became a legal end-of-life option, for those deemed eligible, on January 31st. An enormous relief for South Australians suffering from a terminal illness. Well done to…
