About Mercy Care

Mission:  The mission of Mercy Care for the Adirondacks is to enhance in every dimension the fullness of life of elders and their caregivers living in thier community independently.  It is implemented through:

(a) The offering of companionship and friendship to relieve isolation and loneliness;

(b) The extending of advice, referral, and assistance to elders and to their caregivers;

(c)  The development of elder-friendly communities which encourage the participation and civic engagement of older adults; and

(d)  The promotion through education and advocacy of a fullness of life for older adults in the communities of the Adirondacks.

Cooperation:  Mercy Care’s programs are offered in cooperation with churches and congregations of all faiths, and with families, community organizations, health care providers and agencies serving elders.  Mercy Care extends friendship, spiritual care, health education and counseling to older adults living in their own homes or other independent living communities in the Tri-Lakes.  Mercy Care Volunteers provide friendship, companionship and a helping hand to elders, serve as their advocates, and help them stay connected to their communities. 

Vision:  Mercy Care envisions (1.) offering mercy care to all older adults in the Adirondacks who may benefit from this care enabling them for as long as possible to enjoy a fullness of life residing in their own homes, (2) the development in the Adirondacks of "elder-friendly" communities which encourage and enable elders to participate as fully as possible in the life of the community, and (3) the enhancement in every dimension of the quality of life of older adults in the Adirondacks. 

Values:  In keeping with its values, with a deep respect for the human dignity of every individual, Mercy Care services offer care in accordance with the values and spiritual beliefs of each person.  Mercy Care has developed  a Statement of Mission and Values.  A copy can be requested by sending e-mail to dbeal@adkmercy.org

Leadership:  Mercy Care is governed by a Board of Directors based in the Adirondacks.  It is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy Mid-Atlantic Community.  Board members include Paul J. Reiss, Ph.D., President, Sr. Camillus O'Keefe, RSM, Vice-President, Penny Dieffenbach,  Jeremiah Hayes, Frank W. Lescinsky, Sr. M. Carolyn Madden, RSM, Pearl McCahill, Msgr. John R. Murphy, William O’Reilly, Ben Peets, Barbara Rottier, Francis Varga, M.D., Sr. M. Denise Wilke, RSM, and Sr. Patricia Vetrano, RSM, Director Emeritus

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