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Our Mission
End Of Life Options New Mexico provides information and support for all End-Of-Life options, including Medical Aid In Dying (MAID).
Our Vision
New Mexicans have accurate information and caring support to choose their end-of-life options in a system that honors those choices.
Our Values
The collective values that bring us to end-of-life work compel us to demonstrate compassion for others’ experiences, be inclusive of our state’s diverse population, show respect for each individual’s end-of-life choices, support people in a nonjudgmental manner, and act with steadfast integrity.
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Proud to be #11!
There are now thirteen (13) jurisdictions that have authorized the use of medical aid in dying, including: Oregon, Washington, Montana, Vermont, California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Hawai’i, New Jersey, Maine, New Mexico (we were #11!) — and most recently Delware (Jan. 2026), Illinois (effective Sept. 2026), and New York (signed in February, takes effect approx. 6 months after signing).
States shown as ‘Legislation Pending’ have had bills introduced and/or rolling into the 2026 session, though status may change.
Our Journey
In New Mexico, passing the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act in the spring of 2021 was a long time in the making and came only after years of advocacy. Learn more
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Introduction to End of Life Options in New Mexico
It is never too early to learn about the full range of end-of-life options that are available as we age and/or become seriously ill or injured.
The Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act into law which makes medical aid in dying available to the terminally ill.
Introduction to Advance Healthcare Planning
Advance Healthcare planning identifies patient preferences for end-of-life care in the event that the patient is no longer able to communicate their wishes.