Voluntary assisted dying is now legal across Australia, with care navigators stepping in to guide terminally ill patients and families through a complex, often emotional process. These frontline workers, who’ve seen profound human moments and emotional tolls, describe the work as a privilege despite its challenges. While VAD services have grown since their 2019 launch in Victoria, barriers remain—especially for rural patients due to strict in-person requirements for consultations. Advocates and political leaders are pushing for telehealth access and broader eligibility, aiming to normalize VAD as a dignified, autonomous end-of-life choice for all Australians.

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