the kirkwood (kirkwood hospice)
Huddersfield
The Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with
advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life,
respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support is also provided
for their family members, friends and carers, both during the illness and after
death. Through education, training and partnership with others, we improve care
for everyone affected by a life limiting illness. Vision Our vision is a world
where: People with life limiting illnesses, and those who care for them, have
free access to the best possible care when they need it Everyone works together
to ensure these people feel supported to live the best quality of life they can
Values Patients, Families and Carers are the focus of everything we do. Our
values are what we live and work by. We are: Respectful and Inclusive Passionate
and Determined Open and Honest Kind and Compassionate Forward-thinking We strive
for Quality and Excellence Our Priorities To provide the best quality of care
and quality of life for our patients To extend our reach To develop resources
and use them wisely
