North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care
Effective Date: 6/29/26
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care (“North Georgia Hospice,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information entrusted to us by our patients, families, caregivers, referral
sources, website visitors, and community members.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our website and communications, including text messaging services.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Healthcare Information
If you are a patient or family member, we may collect Protected Health Information (“PHI”) as permitted or required by law and consistent with our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Website Usage Information
We may automatically collect:
How We Use Information
We may use information to:
Text Messaging Communications
If you provide consent, North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care may send text messages related to:
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at: North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care: Phone: 706.661.7839 | Email: admin@northgahospice.com
SMS Consent
Text message consent is not required to receive healthcare services. SMS consent is obtained through website forms, written consent, verbal consent when permitted, or other documented consent methods.
Important SMS Privacy Statement
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All text messaging originator opt-in data and consent information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the text message services necessary to deliver the SMS communications.
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose information:
HIPAA Compliance
Protected Health Information is handled in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). For information regarding our use and disclosure of PHI, please refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices.
Data Security
We maintain administrative, physical, and technical safeguards designed to protect personal information and PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no transmission of information over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve functionality and user experience. Users may modify browser settings to limit cookie usage.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, individuals may have rights regarding access to, correction of, or restrictions on certain personal information. Questions regarding privacy rights may be directed to our Privacy Officer.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care:
Address: 139 Prominence Ct, Ste 150, Dawsonville, GA, 30534 | 706.661.7839 | admin@northgahospice.com
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
SMS Terms & Conditions
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care
Effective Date: 6/29/26
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages from North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care, you agree to these SMS Terms & Conditions.
Program Description
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care may send conversational and informational text messages related to:
Text messages are intended to support healthcare operations and patient services.
Message Frequency
Message frequency varies based on patient needs, caregiver communications, referrals, and service-related interactions.
Costs
Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier plan.
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care is not responsible for any charges imposed by your mobile carrier.
Opt-In
You may opt in to receive SMS messages through:
Consent is not a condition of receiving healthcare services.
Opt-Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying: STOP
After opting out, you will receive a confirmation message and no further SMS messages will be sent unless you re-enroll.
Help
For assistance, reply: HELP or contact:
Phone: 706.661.7839
Email: admin@northgahospice.com
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us.
Please review our Privacy Policy on this page.
SMS Privacy Disclosure
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All text messaging originator opt-in data and consent information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers necessary to deliver text message services.
Supported Carriers
Message delivery is subject to carrier availability and is not guaranteed. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Contact Information
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care:
Address: 139 Prominence Ct, Ste 150, Dawsonville, GA, 30534 | 706.661.7839 | admin@northgahospice.com
Changes
North Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
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