MISSION To be considered the model for high quality, compassionate care at the end of life utilizing a team oriented approach to expert medical care, symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support individually tailored to a patient’s goals and wishes. Description The Philosophy, Mission and Values are the cornerstones of Hospice of the West and will direct the goals, services, and care delivery of our organization. It is our commitment to deliver the highest quality of care in a safe, compassionate, confidential, and cost effective manner to the communities we serve. PHILOSOPHY Hospice and palliative care provides supportive services through innovation and compassion to individuals, their family members and significant others at the end of life. Hospice focuses on the goals of individuals to meet their needs of comfort and dignity in the final phase of life. Hospice recognizes the importance of enhancing the quality of life at the end of life through appropriate and compassionate care. Hospice care is guided by the choice and goals of the individual and family. Hospice offers palliative care for all individuals and their families without regard to gender, age, race, creed, sexual orientation, disability, or ability to pay.