Building an Ethical Organization: Assignment for – HSM 230, Week 7

Summary

Ethics in healthcare management focuses on creating and maintaining an ethical organization. Students learn about the mission and values of a non-profit organization that supports disabled adults.

Sanctuary's Mission

Sanctuary is a non-profit organization. It provides housing, day habilitation services, community integration and medical attention for disabled adults. It aims to improve their quality of life.

Ethical Decision Making

Ethical decisions support Sanctuary's mission. They ensure that people are treated with love and respect. Corrective plans are put in place if unethical decisions are made.

Values Statement

Sanctuary's values statement commits to improving the abilities of the individuals it serves. It encourages contribution and responsibility. It is closely related to the mission statement.

Personal Reflection

The writer reflects on their role as the new Director of Sanctuary. They promise to uphold the organization's mission and values. They invite visitors to see how Sanctuary operates.

Key terms

Habilitation Services

Services that help individuals develop and maintain skills for daily living.

Community Integration

Helping individuals participate in and contribute to their communities.

Mission Statement

A statement that outlines the purpose and goals of an organization.

Values Statement

A statement that outlines the core beliefs and principles of an organization.

Ethical Decisions

Decisions that are made based on moral principles and values.

Corrective Plans

Plans that are put in place to address and rectify unethical decisions.

Questions this document helps with

• What services does Sanctuary provide to disabled adults?
• How does Sanctuary ensure ethical decision making?
• What is the relationship between Sanctuary's mission and values?

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