State: Connecticut

Linda Rogen sits in a hammock with a yellow dog draped over her lap.

Linda Rogen

Linda shared her story in January of 2023. For three decades, I worked for an organization whose mission is to support adults with disabilities. It was a very rewarding job.…
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Jacob Shannon and his mother, Lynda Shannon Bluestein

Jacob Shannon

Jacob shared his story in February of 2024. My mom and dad had been longtime supporters of medical aid in dying, with my father being one of the only physicians…
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Connecticut Speaks Out

Connecticut Speaks Out Max Fey "My father should have had options." Jennifer Barahona "We all deserve a peaceful transition." Jill Eikenberry "My death should belong to me." Six Words Full…
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Connecticut Bill History

Connecticut Bill History 2023On April 19, 2023, our bill to authorize medical aid in dying in Connecticut (SB1076) did not advance in committee, effectively ending our campaign this year.From September 25, 2023…
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Facts Matter: Connecticut

Critics of Connecticut’s medical aid-in-dying bill are trying to scare lawmakers and the public. But Facts Matter! Don’t let lies and misinformation stop Connecticut from improving end-of-life care. False claim: Medical aid-in-dying laws…
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Herbert Hoffman with his daughter Kim

Herb Hoffman

Herb Hoffman provided Compassion & Choices his story in February of 2022. On February 23, 2022, Herb testified in support of Connecticut’s medical aid-in-dying bill. On March 4, 2022, Herb…
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