Mission

To educate and support those who want
choice in dying.

Vision

That any competent person unbearably suffering an intractable medical condition has the option to die legally and peacefully.

FEN’s Mission, Impact, and Importance

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How We Can Help

Our services are free and offered nationwide. Our volunteer coordinators respond to calls and website contacts about end of life options and the Exit Guide Program. The coordinators answer questions, discuss options, direct callers to appropriate resources, and, for those interested in exit guide support, explain our process. The Exit Guide Program works with individuals in all 50 states and the District of Columbia who are suffering from intolerable medical circumstances, are mentally competent, want to end their lives, and meet FEN’s criteria for guide support.

“Goodbye with Gratitude”
by Judith Tannenbaum
“A Wisconsin Couple’s Love Story”
by Tom and Mary Torinus
“A FEN-Informed Death”
by Beverly Thorn

The Winter 2026 Magazine
is now online!

FEN Celebrates 20 Years with an Anthology Publication!

This collection of unique first-person accounts explores the range of emotions and processes of FEN clients as they come to terms with end of life decisions for themselves and their loved ones. It also includes the stories of FEN’s specially trained volunteers who discuss their roles as guides and, often, confidants. Order Your Copy Today! ($15 + S/H)

Become a Member

Your FEN membership helps us fulfill our mission. You and your family may benefit directly from your membership. But you will also be giving the gift of end of life choices to the many individuals with no other place to turn for help.

Need more reasons to become a FEN member?
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Already a member and need to renew? Click here.

Make a Donation

Choose from a one-time donation or set up recurring gifts. Final Exit Network is a 501(c)3 organization.
Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent
of the law.

You can also support FEN through gift memberships, IRA charitable rollovers, estate planning, or
stock gifts.

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