Spiritual Care

Chaplain Services

In attempting to provide comfort and peace to our patients and families, we address the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Since every person has a unique spirit which is nurtured and comforted in numerous ways, everyone is spiritual. Some nurture their spirit by being religious—belonging to a particular religion strengthened by their faith. Many others have no formal religion, however, their spirits are sustained through limitless ways—as through the beauty of nature, music, the arts, the love of family, friends and pets. Our chaplains respect whatever your beliefs are and are available to support your spirit in any of the following ways:

• Offer companionship with non-judgmental listening
• Provide spiritual, emotional, grief support and counseling
• Assist with prayer, scripture, hymns, calming music
• Contact clergy of your faith
• Explore unresolved end of life issues
• Help create a peaceful environment at the time of death
• Assist with planning and/or facilitating a funeral, memorial services, celebrations of life.
• Teach guided imagery and simple forms of meditation
• Recommend related educational materials
• Encourage and support forgiveness in relationships
• Maintain and encourage one’s sense of humor
• ….Other…….. at your request

Feel free to call upon our support now or anytime in the future.