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Pastoral Care
Mission Statement
Recognizing the need for spiritual support as part of total patient care, the main objective of the Pastoral Care Service is to foster a compassionate presence, provide spiritual and emotional support and encourage hope.
Scope of Services
- Serves as a liaison between the hospital and Interfaith Visiting Community Clergy, who are available to visit those patients from their own faith backgrounds upon request.
- Provides special holiday prayer services for patients, families and staff.
- Sustains a close relationship with dedicated young individuals, who participate in joint fundraising efforts that directly benefit patient comfort care.
- The Sautter Family and Elliott-Lewis Corp. Chapel is available to patients, families and staff for prayer and meditation.
Location
The Pastoral Care office (C-213A) is located on the second floor of the Center Building and can be reached by calling 215-728-2944.
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