Principle 3
Role in Hospitals

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Vital Component

Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care is a vital component of healthcare and the Department recognises that Chaplaincy Services form part of the health services available at a hospital or health facility.

Facilities

Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Services are to be given facilities appropriate for a department within the hospital or healthcare facility.

Duties

Chaplains and Pastoral Care Workers

• give expression to the faith of believers;

• bring reconciliation between people and with God;

• support those in suffering and crisis;

• help struggling people find purpose and meaning, value and direction, hope and peace;

• bring a theological perspective to the hospital's philosophy and duty of care.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, accredited chaplains bring spiritual care that may contribute to the care and healing of patients.