Spiritual and Chaplain Services
At Valley Children’s we offer spiritual, religious and emotional support that is culturally sensitive to all patients, families, visitors, employees and physicians regardless of religion, creed, race, gender, nationality or beliefs. The Spiritual Support Services Team is comprised of chaplains, volunteers and community spiritual leaders. A hospital chaplain is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Spiritual Support Office or the Hospital Operator.
Services Offered
Visitation
A chaplain is available to visit with patients and families, per their request. Chaplains offer:
- Presence
- Prayer
- Active Listening
- Sacred literature and music
- Meditation and stress relieving techniques
- Spiritual and religious services – sacraments, memorials and holiday observations
- Support through grief and other challenging or difficult times
- Facilitation between patients and families, faith community leaders and health care providers
Referrals are made by hospital staff, physicians, community members or self-referral.
Education
Education is offered to hospital staff regarding the role and use of the hospital chaplain. The department also provides training to volunteer chaplain aides through Lay Ministry programs.
Counseling
Chaplains are available upon request to provide spiritual counseling for hospital staff, families and patients experiencing grief and loss.