Vsed Process Physician Refusal

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Summary

Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED) is a legal option for competent adults in Kentucky. Physicians may refuse to participate based on personal or professional ethics. If you cannot find supportive physicians, consider contacting palliative care or hospice organizations, documenting your wishes in an advance directive, and informing family and caregivers. If a hospice wont take you, explore other providers and contact advocacy groups like Compassion & Choices, Kentucky Voices for Health, or the Hospice Foundation of America for support.

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what if i can't get a good opinion but i still want to do VSED?
If you're determined to pursue VSED and cannot find supportive physicians:
- Consider contacting a palliative care or hospice organization for guidance.
- Document your wishes clearly in an advance directive.
- Inform family and caregivers about your decision.
Would you like more information on creating an advance directive or contacting palliative care services?
what if the hospice wont take me?
If a hospice won't take you:
- Explore other hospice or palliative care providers in your area.
- Ensure you have a clear and legally binding advance directive.
- Contact advocacy groups for assistance.
Would you like help finding alternative hospice options or information on advocacy groups?
what sort of advocacy groups?
Kentucky has several advocacy groups that may assist with your situation:
- **Compassion & Choices**: They provide support and advocacy for end-of-life options.
- **Kentucky Voices for Health**: They focus on patient rights and healthcare access.
- **Hospice Foundation of America**: Offers resources and support for end-of-life care.
Would you like contact information for any of these groups?