Today we tackle the most difficult questions about dementia; death either dignity. What happens when your loved one starts to fade? How do you keep a promise to someone losing their mind? Our guest shares her courageous and deeply personal story. First, she noticed small moments of confusion. As a result, she and her husband John began to face the reality of a devastating diagnosis.

Consequently, John made a clear choice to live and die with dignity. His wish was to avoid a vegetative state. We explore what it means to honor that decision. This includes navigating the complex emotional and legal journey of seeking death with dignity. Therefore, this episode is a raw look at love and loss. Ultimately, it’s a story of a promise kept. It is a promise that allowed a man to maintain his dignity to the very end.

Erica started her professional career in the suburbs of Chicago as an 8th grade English teacher. She went on to San Francisco to become a high-tech marketing, advertising, and research executive. She and her beloved husband John were married for 41 years. Together they lived an active and adventurous life—skiing, golfing, hiking and traveling around the world. Erica enjoys spending time with her son, stepson, stepdaughter and grandkids. Now she helps advocate and educate people about end-of-life decisions exploring the moral and ethical perils so many face.

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