Values

• Hayfield recognises the importance of communication in the planning and delivery of all services.  Communication is available in a medium appropriate for each individual.

• Hayfield believes that all service users should be treated as individuals, and should have the right to be understood for who and what they are, regardless of disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, race or cultural origin.

• Hayfield values the importance of delivering services which challenge racism, prejudice and discrimination.

• Hayfield aims to provide a stable and supportive environment where Deaf people will feel respected.

• Hayfield values the importance of truth and openness in the development and delivery of services, while at the same time respecting the privacy and confidentiality afforded to each individual service user.