Amman, Oct. 19 (Petra) - Al Malath Foundation for Palliative Care signed a cooperation agreement on Monday with Taiwan’s Tzu Chi Foundation to support the creation of Bayt Al Malath (Al Malath House), Jordan’s first specialized inpatient palliative care center.

Al Malath Foundation Chair Mahmoud Sarhan and Tzu Chi Foundation CEO Po-Wen Yen signed the agreement in the presence of HRH Princess Sarvath El Hassan, Honorary President of Al Malath Foundation.

Bayt Al Malath will offer a secure inpatient environment for patients facing advanced, life-limiting illnesses whose medical or home conditions prevent adequate care at home. The facility seeks to alleviate physical suffering while giving families a peaceful setting to stay by their loved ones' side.

Sarhan noted that the center reflects Al Malath’s conviction that care does not end when curative options decline, adding that every patient deserves to live their remaining days with dignity and comfort.

Since 1993, Al Malath has provided free, comprehensive home-based palliative care, covering medical, nursing, psychological, and social support. The new hospice expands on this mission for those unable to receive care at home.

Founded in Taiwan in 1966, the global humanitarian organization Tzu Chi brings international relief and healthcare expertise to the partnership.

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