Seanad debates

Wednesday, 21 October 2015

United Nations Principles for Older Persons: Motion

 

10:30 am

Photo of Mary Ann O'BrienMary Ann O'Brien (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Only 10% of us have an enduring power of attorney, which shows there is a lot to be done. If it is legal by 2035, I would like to give a living care directive to my medical and legal team, which would mean that I do not have to take antibiotics to combat a chest infection when I am 85 years old and feel that I am no good to anyone and am a burden to myself and my family. In such circumstances, I want to be able to go.

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