May 15, 2011
I first got involved with Compassion & Choices (then Compassion In Dying) when my mom was ill, about 10 years ago. I was so impressed with the support she received that I decided to volunteer on the local board, where I am now co-chair of the board.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The support my mom received was incredible! When she was terminally ill, the volunteers came to see her several times, and told her what she could do to control her death. She died a regular death (from her illness) but did so with a sense of dignity.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
None!
MY ROLE:
Board Member & I have been serving on the northern California board for the last 8 years.