Should we encourage state assisted suicide for the elderly with payments for themselves or their families?

[Maria_M]

Now bare with me because it's not as grim as it sounds. I think we as a society could all benefit from a new rule/law which gives the elderly once they turn 60 to give their life to the state and in return the state could give them a credit card where if they can go on free holidays pay no more rent, no more bills get free spa treatments, hair, nails massage basically live like a millionaire for 2 years or they could be given a lumpsum instead to give to their family if they agree right away afterwhich they come to a "Culling station" similar to the one soylent green where they can lie in a chair watch a montage of family photos, peacefull nature scenarios or their favourite film or comedy as they are put to sleep. Now this would free up many thousands of homes which could be used for the young and carehomes which could be converted into nurseries or flats, this idea would also help the nhs moneywise which in turn would mean more money for new drugs, treatments and research for the young and there would also be many jobs freed up, our roads would be much safer without elderly death/part blind or confused drivers making it a danger also amongst so many other benefits. I am 60 myself and would love to give my life for a better future for our newer younger generations. Any thoughts?

[dumbiedykes]

Go visit your taxidermist my dear!

[sandyRoe]

After you, Maria_M. But 60 seems very old. 45 would be much better, surely?

[CJ242]

Sorry, I've come into this discussion late.
Maria_M is saying she likes the idea of Soylent Green!
The society where people were recycled into food?

[Bambiagain]

If Maria_M is actually 60 and referring to herself as elderly, as well as being happy to opt for early euthanasia, then she must have a sad life.

[bundleone]

The most ridiculous idea I have ever heard,I am 70 and the last ten years have been some of my happiest, I'm glad I didnt give them up.

[DaisyNonna]

Maria, please contact your psychiatrist A.S.A.P. Next check your spelling. Who wants spa treatments, hair, nails, massage?