The Mission Statement of the Sisters of Charity
Our Mission Statement is:
To treat each individual as unique
- Valuing them without distinction or judgement
- Respecting their culture
- Respecting their beliefs - be they religious or otherwise
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 their family and friends
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
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
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
To show particular concern for staff at all levels
- Through consultation and participation in decision-making
- Through staff support
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
To be committed to the development of palliative care
- Throughout the United Kingdom
- And further afield
To participate actively in National Associations and International Accociations
- Of the various palliative care disciplines - medical, nursing, social work and chaplaincy
