Our Guiding Principles

We believe that every person has the right to health care services that are:


Accessible: Every person has the right to receive health care services that are barrier-free, and geographically and linguistically accessible.
Affordable: Every person has the right to receive the full scope of services offered, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status.
Culturally Appropriate: Every person has the right to receive health care services that are consistent with and sensitive to their cultural values.
High-Quality: Every person has the right to health care services that reflect current best practices and are evidence-based.
Equitable: Every person has the right to receive the same quality and scope of health care services.
Timely: Every person has the right to receive health care services without unnecessary delay.
Compassionate: Every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect when seeking and receiving health care services. 

Organizational Values

As an organization, we value…

Accountability: Health care services provided by the Center produce desirable health outcome that can be measured and reported.
Advocacy: Unmet health care needs of the community and its residents must be identified, clearly communicated, and addressed.
Financial Responsibility: The Center is managed in a way that maximizes resources and produces the most value for investment.
Dignity and Respect: Patients, staff, and stakeholders have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
Responsiveness: Services are designed and delivered in accordance with the need and input of the community.
Compliance: The Center maintains strict compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.
Community Health: Strong partnerships with other health and human service organizations create a thriving and livable community.