Privacy Policy
Notice of Privacy Practices
Introduction
Harbor of Anchored Hearts is committed to protecting the privacy of every individual and family we serve.
This notice explains how health information may be used and disclosed, as well as your rights to access and control this information.
Confidentiality Policy for Data Collected
Harbor of Anchored Hearts maintains strict confidentiality for all data collected through our programs.
We ensure that personal and health-related information is protected in compliance with privacy laws and regulations.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Our policy is to protect the privacy of each individual and family in our care.
There may be times when we must share information with individuals involved in client care, payment for services, or other necessary operations.
Harbor of Anchored Hearts has policies and procedures in place to ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
Clients have rights regarding access to their records. However, certain information, such as psychotherapy notes or materials prepared for legal proceedings, may not be accessible. For additional details, you may contact our Privacy Officer.
Confidentiality
By law, we may be required to disclose certain information obtained while providing services, including:
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Mandated reports (e.g., suspected child abuse or neglect).
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Court-ordered disclosures.
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Disclosures necessary to prevent a serious threat to health or safety.
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In addition:
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For group counseling, participants are reminded to respect the confidentiality of others. However, Harbor of Anchored Hearts cannot guarantee the conduct of other group members.
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For quality improvement, we use secure tools such as databases, surveys, and outcome reviews. Information is used only in a summarized or statistical form for reporting, training, and grant purposes.
Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule
Harbor of Anchored Hearts is dedicated to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
We take all necessary steps to safeguard health information.
1. Use and Disclosure of Health Information
We may use or disclose your information for:
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Treatment: Coordinating and providing your care.
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Payment: Billing and obtaining payment for services provided.
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Healthcare Operations: Supporting our daily operations, training, and quality improvement.
2. Your Rights Regarding Health Information
You have the right to:
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Access: Request and review your health records.
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Amendment: Request corrections if information is inaccurate.
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Confidential Communications: Request contact in a specific way or location.
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Restrictions: Request limits on how your information is used or shared.
3. Safeguards
We use administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect against unauthorized use or disclosure of health information.
4. Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Harbor of Anchored Hearts will not retaliate for filing a complaint.
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Contact:
Email: harborofanchoredhearts@gmail.com
Phone: (570) 840-1674 | Cell: (570) 215-7334
Website and Email Privacy Practices
Harbor of Anchored Hearts values your privacy.
Information shared with us through our website or by email is secured, never sold, and not shared with unauthorized third parties.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information for communication, applications, donations, or service inquiries, including:
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Full Name
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Address, City, State, ZIP
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Email Address
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Phone Number (home, work, or cell)
Privacy of Children
Our website is intended for general audiences and is not designed to collect personal information from minors.
Youth and parents are encouraged to call us directly for assistance.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. Users may adjust browser settings to disable cookies, but some features may not function properly.
Cookies may record information such as pages viewed, time spent, and website navigation.
Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. Harbor of Anchored Hearts is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
We encourage visitors to review privacy statements when visiting third-party sites.
Our Commitment to Data Security
While no system is 100% secure, we use appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your data.
How to Contact Us
If you wish to stop receiving communications, correct inaccurate information, or have questions about our privacy practices, please contact us:
Harbor of Anchored Hearts 205 Applegate Road, Suite
100 Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Phone: (570) 840-1674 Cell: (570) 215-7334
Email: harborofanchoredhearts@gmail.com
By using our services and website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these privacy practices.
Harbor of Anchored Hearts reserves the right to update these practices without prior notice.