Critical information for all those living in, or intending to move into, residential aged care.

A wonderful fact sheet has been released outlining the responsibilities residential aged care providers have when a resident wants to find out information about, or wants to access, Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD).

VAD laws in each state differ however, in all states, a residential aged care provider needs to respect an older person’s choice to access VAD services.

“Living in a residential aged care service does not impact a person’s right and ability to choose to access VAD. Residents have the right to choose to access VAD even where the provider has made the decision not to participate in the VAD process. This also applies to states (such as Victoria) where there is no obligation for a provider to directly facilitate access to VAD services.”

To read the full fact sheet, see below:

If you or someone you know is currently having trouble seeking VAD information, or accessing VAD in their residential aged care facility, please contact us.

Griefline provides nationwide telephone support for adults 18+ dealing with any form of loss, including the complexities associated with VAD. Their skilled volunteers are available 365 days a year on the national helpline at 1300 845 745.