Compassion & Choices National nonprofit advocating for end-of-life options, with resources on VSED and medical aid in dying.
End of Life Choices California California-focused guidance on legal end-of-life options and advance planning.
VSED Resources Northwest Comprehensive VSED information, including preparation guides and family support materials.
Clinical Guidelines for VSED For those more clinically inclined, from Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), 2023.
Choosing to Die: A Personal Story, by Phyllis Schacter A wife's intimate account of supporting her husband through VSED.
The VSED Handbook, by Kate Christie Practical guide covering the medical, emotional, and logistical aspects of VSED, including personal experience supporting her mother through this final journey.
VSED Support: What Friends and Family Need to Know, by Nancy Simmers A clear, compassionate guide offering practical answers and emotional support, including for each stage of VSED.