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The Department of Veterans Affairs defines "spiritual" as "that which is related to the 'Spirit of Life' and "spirituality" as used in a general sense, to
refer to "that which gives meaning, purpose, and hope in life." Chaplains have a three-fold responsibility: * Ensure that patients (both inpatient and outpatient) receive
appropriate clinical pastoral care * Ensure that hospital patients' constitutional rights to free exercise of religion are protected * Protect patients from having religion imposed upon
them Clinically trained, Chaplains use evidence-based, Spiritually integrated models of therapy to address a variety of issues unique to the Veteran population, including, but not limited
to PTSD, Military Sexual Trauma, Moral or Spiritual Injury, Moral or Spiritual Distress, and couples/marital counseling. Our skill set makes us uniquely able to support and facilitate
various beliefs, spiritual practices, and traditions. The spiritual dimensions of health are integrated into all aspects of patient care. Chaplains also minister to the Veterans family and
loved ones, as appropriate, and are available 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week. Every inpatient receives an initial visit from a chaplain, but you may request to see a chaplain at any time.
Inpatients may request a visit by asking the unit secretary or a nurse, out-patients through any of their providers, or by calling the Chapel at . INTERFAITH CHAPEL PROVIDENCE VA MEDICAL
CENTER Third floor, C-Wing Room 347 HOURS: 24/7 * Catholic Mass is celebrated in the Chapel, Monday & Wednesday at noon * Communion Service (Beyond Denominations—celebrated with symbolic
Bread & Wine (grape juice)…ALL ARE WELCOME * Christian Worship Service in the Chapel on Sundays at 1:30 pm…ALL ARE WELCOME * Holy Communion is made available to all patients, as are
other Sacraments and/or Ordinances upon request. * The organization of other religious services in the Chapel can be discussed with the Chief of Chaplain Service by calling . A variety of
free religious literature is available by request or in the Chapel. Upon request, Chaplains will facilitate meeting the spiritual needs of all faith groups using VA resources and community
clergy partnerships.