Eligibility

Is medical aid in dying an option for me?

New Mexico's law is carefully written to protect patients. Here is who it is for — and, just as importantly, who it is not for.

You may qualify if all of these are true

  • You are an adult (18 or older) and a resident of New Mexico.
  • You have a terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less to live, confirmed by qualified clinicians.
  • You are mentally capable of making and communicating your own health-care decisions.
  • You are making this request voluntarily, free of pressure from anyone.
  • You are physically able to self-administer (take) the medication yourself.

This is not the right path if

  • You are seeking help during a mental-health crisis. Aid in dying is not for emotional distress or suicidal crisis — please call or text 988 to reach caring help right now.
  • Your illness is not terminal, or your prognosis is longer than six months.
  • You are unable to make your own medical decisions, or someone else is directing the request.
  • You would need another person to administer the medication for you.

Not sure where you fall?

That's exactly what the free first conversation is for. We'll listen, explain the law plainly, and help you understand your options — including palliative care and hospice — with no pressure and no cost.

Let's talk it through, together.

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