(Canastota, NY – Oct. 2014) HCR Home Care has been recognized as a leader in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender healthcare equality by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
The HRC Foundation — the educational arm of the country’s largest LGBT civil rights organization — recognized HCR in its Healthcare Equality Index 2014, an annual survey that encourages equal care for LGBT Americans and recognizes healthcare institutions doing the best work.
HCR Home Care earned top marks in meeting non-discrimination and training criteria that demonstrate its commitment to equitable, inclusive care for LGBT patients and their families, who can face significant challenges in securing the quality health care and respect they deserve.
“HCR is proud to be named as a leader in LGBT healthcare equality,” said HCR Home Care President Elizabeth Zicari. “The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s recognition is a testament to our company’s commitment to the LGBT community and to the outstanding work of our clinicians and staff to care for all patients equally.”
To achieve this recognition, HCR Home Care met key criteria, including patient and employee non-discrimination policies that specifically mention sexual orientation and gender identity, a guarantee of equal visitation for same-sex partners and parents and LGBT health education for key staff members.
“Leaders in LGBT Healthcare Equality change the lives of LGBT patients and their families for the better each and every day,” said Chad Griffin, HRC president. “LGBT people should be treated equally in all aspects of our lives, and HRC celebrates HCR Home Care for its tireless work to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all patients.”
For more information about the Healthcare Equality Index 2014 or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/hei.