Al Malath is a non-profit foundation that focuses on providing relief from symptoms, pain, physical stress, and mental stress at any stage of illness. Founded in February 1993, the foundation aims to tackle an important human need: the need for patients with incurable illnesses to not suffer needlessly and feel endless pain. Al Malath believes in compassionate care for all of its constituencies, whether they are patients, families, or the community.

The foundation is committed to providing quality and humane care, without discrimination, to all clients. Al Malath fosters integrity, trust, and collaboration in its working relationships and recognizes the unique needs and gifts of each client. They strive to be the leading expert in hospice and palliative care, providing holistic support and care to terminally ill patients and their bereaved families.

Al Malath believes in a palliative approach that relieves physical and emotional symptoms without hastening or postponing death. They are dedicated to leadership in, and advocacy for, the palliative concept of care and are committed to continually responding to changing community needs