Last updated: May 2025 · Effective immediately
Dr. Eli Home Care Foundation ("Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with our services, website, and programs. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described herein.
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you: submit a contact or inquiry form; apply to volunteer with the Foundation; make a donation or financial contribution; register for programs or events; or communicate with our staff by phone, email, or in person. This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and the content of your communications.
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used to improve our website and services.
If you seek services from our clinics, we may collect health-related information necessary to provide care. This information is handled in strict accordance with applicable Washington State and federal health privacy laws, including HIPAA where applicable.
We use your information to respond to inquiries, provide mental health and homecare services, process volunteer applications, and communicate about programs and events relevant to your interests.
We may use your information to process donations, send receipts and acknowledgments, comply with legal and regulatory obligations, and improve our programs and services.
With your consent, we may send you updates about Foundation news, events, and programs. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting us.
Dr. Eli Home Care Foundation employs mandatory reporters as required by Washington State law (RCW 26.44.030). Our staff are legally obligated to report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children, vulnerable adults, and dependent adults to the appropriate authorities. This obligation supersedes any privacy considerations and cannot be waived.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share your information with: service providers who assist in our operations (under confidentiality agreements); government agencies or courts when required by law; and emergency services when there is an imminent risk to safety.
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Foundation, our clients, or the public.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting us at the information below.
Washington State residents may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws. Please contact us to learn more.
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised policy on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: