CompleteLife Spiritual Care
Chaplains at Indiana University Hospital help individuals and families address their spiritual concerns by drawing upon their own beliefs for support, strength and meaning. A chaplain is a part of the health care team providing the spiritual dimension of care in a hospital setting. A chaplain’s ministry is to be available to care, support, and guide patients, families, and staff in times of joy and struggle.
Turning to the Chaplain for Care and Support
Spiritual care can include:
- faith community contact
- listening/support
- therapeutic touch
- companioning
- religious services
- visualization
- information
- sacraments
- meditation
- guidance
- presence
- prayer
To contact a chaplain at Indiana University Hospital or Riley Hospital for Children, call 317-274-7415. You can also visit the Clarian Health Web site for more information.
More Information:
Spirituality in Cancer Care (PDQ) (National Cancer Institute)