Spiritual Care in Ontario Long-Term Care: Current Staffing Realities and Recommendations

How are spiritual needs addressed in long-term care? This quantitative study explored the level of spiritual care offered and qualifications of spiritual care providers in 177 LTC homes in Ontario. Data showed 49% of homes employ Spiritual Care Providers (SCPs), with more positions in urban and not-...

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Authors: Kuepfer, Jane (Author) ; Schmidt, Angela (Author) ; O'Connor, Thomas St. James 1950- (Author) ; James, Melanie (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publishing 2022
In: Journal of pastoral care & counseling
Year: 2022, Volume: 76, Issue: 1, Pages: 29-36
Further subjects:B Chaplain
B Spiritual
B long-term care
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Summary:How are spiritual needs addressed in long-term care? This quantitative study explored the level of spiritual care offered and qualifications of spiritual care providers in 177 LTC homes in Ontario. Data showed 49% of homes employ Spiritual Care Providers (SCPs), with more positions in urban and not-for-profit homes. Findings revealed SCPs bring a substantial skill set, attending to needs of residents, families and team members. More consistent staffing for spiritual care provision across the sector is recommended.
ISSN:2167-776X
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of pastoral care & counseling
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1177/15423050211073571