I have yet to see a copy of a check to a nursing home from the parents. Terri won a court case that gave her 700k for treatment. She has been in nursing homes for 15 years plus some very expensive treatment in the beginning, If the parents can prove that they can "pay" for the care, maybe, but since it will in all likelyhood that you and I will be paying for the vegetable's upkeep, let her have her own wishes. Otherwise when you visit florida make sure to go to the hospital and water your plant. You will be paying for it.
thanx,
boxley