Values

Our values derive from the mission and traditions of the Sisters of Charity and Sisters of Mercy and give form to all of our activities. The spirit that inspired our founding Sisters remains as true today as it did over 105 years ago.

In the words of the late Cardinal Bernadin:

“Our distinctive vocation in Christian healthcare is not so much to heal (physical diseases) better or more efficiently than anyone else; it is to bring comfort to people by giving them an experience that will strengthen their confidence in life. The ultimate goal of our care is to give those who are ill… a reason to hope… in this we find the Christian vocation that makes our healthcare truly distinctive.”

Compassion

We accept people as they are, displaying kindness and sensitivity towards them.

Justice

We act with integrity and believe that everyone has the right to good healthcare without discrimination.

Human Dignity

We treat all people with care, acknowledging that each person is unique in the eyes of God.

Excellence

We excel in all that we do so we can positively promote the healing ministry within our society.

Unity

We create a community in which we collaborate with gentleness as a sign that we value one another.

Mercy

We respond to those in need by providing the best possible treatment and care.

Hospitality

We welcome people with kindness and do all that we can to assist their health and wellbeing.

Respect

We are open to all people who need our care and our time, acknowledging that they have the right to our services.

Community outreach stories

The many faces of LinkAGE
If you imagine that most volunteers fit a particular mould, such as genteel retirees, think again!
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Hand to the Land
Not being beaten by the ‘black rays of the sun,’ Sr Helen Clarke RSC and the “Hand to the Land” team conduct women’s wellness weekends in remote rural areas of New South Wales.
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