In the wake of a new political landscape, many Americans are asking what the future holds for personal rights, including the autonomy to make decisions about end-of-life care. A new agenda—Project 2025, developed by the conservative “think tank” the Heritage Foundation—poses significant challenges to these freedoms. If implemented, this plan threatens to erode the compassionate care options available to individuals facing terminal illnesses.
At Compassion & Choices, we are committed to protecting your right to make deeply personal decisions about end-of-life care, and we’re ready to take action against policies that jeopardize these freedoms.
The proposals in Project 2025 target key elements of patient-directed care:
Project 2025 dismisses medical aid in dying as “not true healthcare,” a claim that disregards decades of evidence and lived experiences. This agenda directly threatens the ability of terminally ill individuals to access a peaceful and dignified end on their own terms.
By restructuring federal agencies, the plan could weaken vital programs that support end-of-life care. This includes barriers to Medicare and Medicaid access for services such as home care support and palliative care, disproportionately impacting elderly, disabled, and low-income communities.
Proposed policies aim to control healthcare discussions between providers and patients, restrict travel for care, and permit providers to deny services based on ideological beliefs—ignoring the values and needs of patients.
Compassion & Choices has been a champion for end-of-life autonomy for decades. In response to the threats posed by Project 2025, we are taking decisive steps:
This fight requires all of us to stand together. Here’s how you can get involved:
Your financial support allows us to respond swiftly to legal and legislative threats, ensuring that compassionate end-of-life options remain accessible.
Join our efforts to spread awareness and engage policymakers. Your voice can make a difference in protecting these essential rights.
Personal stories are powerful tools for change. If you or a loved one has experienced the importance of end-of-life choices, consider sharing your journey with us to inspire and inform others.
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