Effective Date February 26, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Dignity Hospice collects, uses, shares, and protects information connected to our website, phone communications, and other non-clinical interactions. It covers data handled for business and marketing purposes. A separate Notice of Privacy Practices may apply to protected health information under HIPAA when clinical care is involved.
Who We Are
Dignity Hospice provides hospice support for patients and families in and around Metter, Georgia. Our office is located at 250 W Vertia St., Metter, GA 30439. You can reach us at (912) 723-8968.
Information We Collect
Information may be collected when you contact us, request services, complete a form, or interact with our site.
We may collect contact details like name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and preferred method of contact.
Messages you send may be stored, along with any details you choose to share in a call, email, form submission, or chat.
Technical data may be gathered when you use our site. That can cover IP address, device type, browser type, pages viewed, time spent, referring web page, and general location derived from IP.
Cookies or similar tools may place limited identifiers on your browser to support site functionality and analytics.
How We Use Information
Dignity Hospice uses information to respond to requests, schedule conversations, provide service updates, and support day-to-day operations.
Data may be used to improve our website, refine content, measure performance, and understand which pages help visitors find what they need.
Contact details may support appointment coordination, follow-up calls, and service communications related to your request.
Marketing outreach may occur when you ask for updates or request information. Opt-out options are available through the method used to contact you.
Internal reporting may rely on aggregated or de-identified data to guide planning and service quality.
Sharing And Disclosure
Dignity Hospice may share information with trusted service providers that support operations. Examples include website hosting, analytics, communications platforms, appointment tools, and IT support. Vendors receive only the data needed to perform contracted work, plus confidentiality expectations.
Information may be shared when required by law, court order, or a valid legal process.
A disclosure may occur to protect the rights, safety, or security of patients, families, staff, visitors, or the public.
Business transfers can involve data sharing if a transaction occurs, such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale. Any transfer would follow applicable privacy obligations.
Protected health information related to clinical care follows HIPAA rules and our Notice of Privacy Practices when it applies.
Cookies And Similar Technologies
Cookies support core website functions, help pages load correctly, and keep basic preferences in place.
Analytics tools may track traffic patterns and page usage. That data helps us evaluate what works and what needs improvement.
Most browsers allow controls that block or delete cookies. Some site features may not work as intended after cookie limits are set.
Security
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, alteration, and disclosure.
Access to data is limited to staff and vendors with a legitimate business need.
No website or electronic storage system can guarantee complete security. Strong protections reduce risk, yet no method can promise absolute protection.
Data Retention
Information is kept only as long as needed for the purpose that led to collection, plus legal, regulatory, or operational requirements.
Retention periods vary based on record type and applicable rules. Data that no longer serves a valid purpose is deleted or de-identified where feasible.
Your Choices And Rights
You may ask for access to certain information you provided through our website or communications.
Corrections can be requested when a detail is inaccurate.
Marketing messages can be stopped through the unsubscribe link in an email, a reply message, or a phone request.
Browser settings provide controls over cookies and similar tools.
State privacy laws may grant extra rights, depending on where you live. Requests will be reviewed and handled under applicable law.
Children’s Privacy
Our services and website are intended for adults. Dignity Hospice does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 through the website. A parent or guardian may contact us to request deletion of data submitted by a child.
External Links
Our website may link to third-party sites. Those sites follow their own privacy practices. Dignity Hospice does not control external policies or content.
Changes To This Policy
Updates may occur as practices, technology, or legal requirements change. A revised version will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy can be directed to Dignity Hospice.
Dignity Hospice
250 W Vertia St.
Metter, GA 30439
(912) 723-8968