Mission Statement

The mission of Galway Hospice, as partners with the Health Service Executive, is to support patients from counties Galway, Mayo and Roscommon with advanced diseases needing palliative care to attain the best quality of life possible.

Our Values

Patient-Centred Approach

We aim to provide quality patient-centred care at a physical, psychological, social and spiritual level for our patients and those close to them.

Excellence

We aim for excellence by continually striving to enhance the extent, quality and range of patient care services we provide.

Teamwork

We aim to maximise the skills, strengths and contribution of each member of staff through effective teamwork.

Respect

We will show respect for the worth, dignity, diversity, importance and personal wishes of each patient we serve and also for the people with whom we work.

Quality Improvement

We are committed to quality improvement through teamwork, continuous professional development and innovation.

Openness and Transparency

We will foster open and honest communication and will be transparent in all matters of business, policy and service delivery.

Compassion

We will show compassion in all interactions with patients and their families.

Integrity

We will conduct our work with integrity, honesty and fairness and strive to meet or exceed the highest ethical and professional standards.

 Sharing

We will develop and maintain linkages with external care professionals and provide education and support to enhance palliative care provision in other healthcare settings.