This is the report of the Review of recent research into the potential for Efficacy of Healthcare Chaplaincy in the NHS (the Efficacy Review). The Efficacy Review was commissioned in 2006 as part [...] More >>
Spiritual (or Pastoral) Care occupies a unique place within the health care system. Spiritual Care: “Provides a supportive, compassionate presence for people at significant times of transition, [...] More >>
This prospective study investigated the relationship between chaplain visits and patient satisfaction, as measured by Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) and [...] More >>
OBJECTIVES: Spiritual distress is common in the ICU, and spiritual care providers are often called upon to provide care for patients and their families. Our goal was to evaluate the activities [...] More >>