Our Vision is:

�That everyone suffering the pain and anxiety of a life-threatening illness should have continued access to the unique and freely available quality care and support provided by the Hospice of the Valleys.�

And it is our mission:

�To provide free, high quality care in their own homes for patients in our area who are suffering from life-threatening illnesses; care that includes comprehensive support for families and extends from diagnosis, through treatment and, if appropriate, into terminal care and bereavement.�

At all times we aim:

• To maintain and develop a free, 24 hour service of total care for seriously ill people.

• To help the families and carers of patients cope with the stress of life-threatening illness.

• To recognise and address the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of all patients referred to the Hospice

• To employ personnel with the training and personal commitment necessary to carry out the functions of the Hospice and to provide on-going training as necessary.

• To co-operate with other health agencies in order to bring the benefits of palliative care to all in need.

• To ensure that adequate funding is provided to finance the Hospice.