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Memphis Mental Health Institute
865 Poplar Avenue• Memphis, TN 38105
Phone: 901-524-1200 • Fax: 901-543-6055

Mission, Vision and Values Statements

Mission:

Memphis Mental Health’s mission is to provide a therapeutic environment centered on compassion and quality care for each individual we serve.

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Vision:

Memphis Mental Health will be recognized for providing person centered psychiatric care, in a therapeutic, supportive and compassionate environment.

Values Statement:

  • We believe Memphis Mental Health Institute is a valuable and viable state and community resource that serves as a safety net for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
  • We are committed to delivering quality care to ALL patients regardless of their ability to pay.
  • We believe our most important asset is our staff, which is dedicated to providing the best treatment and environment for all patients.
  • We remain committed to providing an educational forum that will promote staff competency in the technical and clinical aspects of their jobs.
  • We are committed to meeting ‘standards of care’ as prescribed by such regulatory agencies as the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • We strive to promote a positive atmosphere based on mutual respect and trust.
  • We will treat all patients with courtesy and respect, ensuring that their dignity is always maintained.