Regarding a recent Star-Advertiser article about the journey of three families whose loved ones ended their lives through the help of their doctors, there is still aloha because of Hawaii’s special gift of cherishing ohana (“3 patients end lives with legal procedure,” Star-Advertiser, May 26).

Our hearts are with all those facing end-of-life decisions. Our hope is that Hawaii’s wonderful hospice and palliative care providers are strengthened in their mission to provide stellar comfort care and pain management.

Every life is precious. Let’s continue to bring dignity to those nearing death by offering our special gift of aloha.

Janet Grace

Executive director, Hawaii Life Alliance

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