How testamentary capacity is assessed in people with dementia
Dementia is a disease that affects a person’s mental state. In advanced stages, those suffering from dementia may lose their capacity of judgement. This impacts the possible actions available during their lifetime and when managing their estate.
Progression of dementia
Dementia is usually a chronic disease in which the mental abilities of those affected decline over time. In order to avoid difficulties in everyday life and problems during estate planning, it is important to be well prepared.
What is dementia and how do I deal with it?
Dementia is a difficult disease to deal with, both for the patient and their relatives. Therefore, it is important to recognise the signs early on. This allows you to take effective preventative measures and plan ahead.
What is the difference between end-of-life care and euthanasia?
Sollte man an das Ende des Lebens gelangen sein, kann die Sterbebegleitung eine grosse Unterstützung darstellen. In gewissen Fällen können die betroffenen Personen in der Schweiz sogar die passive Sterbehilfe oder die Freitodhilfe in Anspruch nehmen.