The Mission Statement of the Sisters of Charity

Our Mission Statement is:

1. To treat each individual as unique

• Valuing them without distinction or judgement

• Respecting their culture

• Respecting their beliefs - be they religious or otherwise

2. To enable all to reach their full potential until death

   • Valuing that which they have to offer

   • Respecting the autonomy of the individual

   • Encouraging them to participate in thier own care together with thier family and friends

3. To confront the patient's pain and distress, whether physical, mental, social or spiritual

   • Through close co-operation through all of the disciplines involved in the care of the patient and the family

4. To encourage openness and honesty when communicating with the patient and family members
   • By respecting the patient's wish to question or remain silent
   • By respecting the patient's confidentiality at all times

5. To create an atmosphere where healing can occur

   • Through meeting the patient's needs as a person

   • Through accepting the terminal dimensions of the illness

   • Through a holistic approach of care

6. To show particular concern for staff at all levels

   • Through consultation and participation in decision-making

   • Through staff support

7. To be committed to education, research and ethical approach to care

   • Through the work of the Study Centre and the Ethics Committee

   • Ensuring research projects are carried out when deemed appropriate

8. To be committed to the development of palliative care

   • Throughout the United Kingdom

   • And further afield

9. To participate actively in National Associations and International Accociations

   • Of the various palliative care disciplines - medical, nursing, social work and chaplaincy