We warmly welcome you, our patient, and your family and friends. Here at Golden Touch Hospice Care, we are committed to the understanding that every person is unique. As such, persons are to be valued and respected; individual differences are to be expected. We are a privately owned corporation governed by a Board of Directors. We are committed to ensuring your rights and privileges as a hospice patient. We understand that hospice services and procedures may be new to you. We have prepared this handbook for you to find relevant information and to assist you in becoming better acquainted with us, to help you understand the hospice care process, and to explain your rights as a patient. You will be glad to know that we will do our best to answer any questions you may have concerning your care and treatment. Thank you for allowing us to be your hospice provider of choice. Your comfort is our utmost priority.