Our Statement of Purpose

ST CARTHAGE’S COMMUNITY CARE VISION

St Carthage’s Community Care aspires to be:

·         a highly regarded, client focused, professionally delivered service that is responsive to individual and community needs

·         instrumental in identifying the gaps in community needs and available services. To be effective in making positive changes to address these gaps

ST CARTHAGE’S COMMUNITY CARE MISSION

Under the auspice of the Catholic Diocese of Lismore the mission of St Carthage’s Community Care is:

·         to provide care to older people, people with disabilities and their carers, regardless of sex, religion, race or nationality

·         to provide high quality and professional services that are enriching, empowering and maximise the potential of all individuals, couples and families

·         to lead a progressive, proficient, professional team of staff and volunteers

·         to provide service to the communities within our target area, that is in harmony with the teachings and ethos of the Catholic Church

ST CARTHAGE’S COMMUNITY CARE VALUES

Integrity

we are ethical, honest and trustworthy in our dealings with all people

Compassion

we work to fill our client’s lives with dignity and respect

Confidentiality

we pride ourselves in how we respect the right to privacy

Respect

we value each other and acknowledge our differences

Community

together we create safe, comfortable and encouraging environments where people can grow and thrive personally and professionally

Accountability

to manage and conduct the service in accordance with guidelines that maximise benefits and outcomes for clients

Partnerships

we will provide service in collaboration with other organisations where this will lead to better outcomes for our clients, and we recognise and support the role of government in the provision of care to our clients

STRATEGIC GOALS

1.      To be the preferred provider of person centred care to older people, people with disabilities and their carers within our target areas

2.      To be an organisation that practices transparent decision making and has effective communication across all levels

3.      To implement innovative ways to recruit, retain and reward diverse and skilled staff

4.      St Carthage’s Community Care will develop mutually beneficial partnerships within the Diocese and the wider community

5.      To expand and enhance services provided by St Carthage’s Community Care to address identified needs

6.      St Carthage’s Community Care will operate on a basis that is viable and sustainable