DA-SPC-308:
Natalie Lawson

She's Still Our Child

Natalie Lawson's teenage daughter registered as a donor, but because she is a minor, Natalie and her husband retain legal authority. The advocate must accurately recognize parental authority, avoid inappropriate first-person authorization framing, and create space for thoughtful reflection without pressure.

Through the challenges of minor donor registration and parental authority to amend or revoke the gift, the primary learning objectives are to:

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Navigate minor-donor legal considerations appropriately
  • Respect parental authority
  • Encourage reflection without pressure
  • Avoid inaccurate legal framing
  • Support respectful, unhurried conversations
Program

Donation Advocates

Target Audience

Donation Advocates

Scenario Type

Family Member

Clinical Context

DCD

Registry Status

Registered – Intent/Minor

Difficulty

4

Experience Level

Advanced

Emotional Intensity

High

Conversation Style

Intent, Parental Authority

Essential
Sim
Elements

Meet the simulation speaker

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Natalie Lawson

Family member, Mother
Natalie Lawson firmly declines donation for her 17-year-old daughter despite Maya’s documented donor intent. Because the registration was made as a minor, the parents retain legal authority.
PO Box 1409, Erie, CO, 80516-1409
Phone number: 866-433-4276
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