Voluntary assisted dying explained
Learn more about voluntary assisted dying, including the process, eligibility and the healthcare workers involved.
QVAD-Support provides advice and support to Queenslanders about voluntary assisted dying. Contact QVAD-Support:
- Email: qvadsupport@health.qld.gov.au
- Phone: 1800 431 371
Considering voluntary assisted dying
How and where to get the facts you need if you're thinking about asking for voluntary assisted dying, and how to start the process.
Information for health professionals, and health and aged care services
Information for health professionals, and health and aged care services on voluntary assisted dying in Queensland.
Assessed as ineligible
Some people wanting to access voluntary assisted dying will not meet the strict eligibility criteria. Find out what your options are if your doctor assesses you as ineligible.
Services that don't provide voluntary assisted dying
Services that don't provide voluntary assisted dying
For families, friends and carers
Information for families, friends and carers of people who may be talking about or decide to access voluntary assisted dying.
Help and support
There are many supports available for you if you are thinking about accessing voluntary assisted dying.
Information for...
Information for First Nations people, multicultural communities, people with disability and regional, rural and remote communities.
Personal information, complaints and feedback
Learn how your personal information is protected, and the process for submitting complaints and feedback about voluntary assisted dying.