SHARING RESOURCES

Our production of Shoot Me When… by Ruben Grijalva features themes of dementia and assisted death.

We understand that the content of the play might be triggering to some people and we want to make sure to offer resources that can help support you. We also want to offer additional resources for those feeling compelled to help and support. Please find some suggestions below.

The Alzheimer’s Association

https://www.alz.org/

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Their Vision: A world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Their Mission: The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. 24/7 HELPLINE at 800.272.3900.

Death with Dignity

https://deathwithdignity.org/

The mission of the Death with Dignity National Center is to promote death with dignity laws based on our model legislation, the Oregon Death with Dignity Act, both to provide an option for dying individuals and to stimulate nationwide improvements in end-of-life care.

End of Life Choices California

https://endoflifechoicesca.org/

End of Life Choices California provides information and personal support regarding California’s End of Life Option Act and all other legal end-of-life options to the medical community and to the public.

Family Caregiver Alliance

https://www.caregiver.org/about-fca/

The mission of Family Caregiver Alliance is to improve the quality of the life for family caregivers and the people who receive their care.

Additional Resources for Caregivers

https://www.caregiver.org/caregiver-resources/caring-for-another/

This is a list of additional resources for caregivers.