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As part of our effort to meet the holistic needs of our patients/residents, we offer non-denominational spiritual care and support.
Our chaplain is available to meet regularly with patients/residents and their families in order to address any concerns and questions, and to share scripture and prayer.
It is not uncommon for local youth groups to visit and provide special programs for patients/residents. In addition, special services for religious holidays and ceremonies are easily arranged at the request of patients/residents.
Patients/Residents are welcome to decline the services of our Spiritual Advisor and continue their relationship with their home clergy. Our spiritual support staff continues to be on-call at all times in the event that home clergy is unavailable.
Within our residence, patients/residents and their families are invited to use our chapel at any time of day. Families are welcome to reserve the chapel for more intimate services and can make use of interfaith materials. This tranquil setting is a perfect venue for silent meditation, private prayer, and small group vigils.
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"A lot of times, people don't start thinking of spirituality until the last minute. I help them feel more relaxed and take away fear at the end of their life and help them to find peace and contentment. The entire staff draws the patients in and makes them our family."
Reverend Audrey Charlton, Chaplain |
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"When my father-in-law, who had been my friend and youth minister years before, was near the end of his life, I found myself saying to the hospice staff which cared for him, what I had heard so many hospice families say before to me: ‘We couldn’t have made it without you.’ Now as a hospice chaplain, I am fortunate to be part of a team that provides this special kind of caring to those who may be nearing the end of their life."
Brian Hansen, Chaplain |
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