Welcome to Spiritual Health Association’s News Centre!
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The Royal Melbourne Hospital – A National Model pilot site
David Glenister, Spiritual & Pastoral Care Manager at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, explains that the model “will provide a recognisable…
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Alex & Leila’s Story – Spiritual Care at the End of Life
Discover Alex and Leila’s journey with Spiritual Care Practitioner Russell. Their story highlights the vital role of spiritual care in…
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Funding Cuts Threaten Essential Spiritual Care Services in Victoria
On 20th November, a response to SHA’s Open Letter to the Premier on behalf of Victorian faith communities was received…
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Open Letter to the Premier: Preserving Spiritual Care in Victorian Health Services
Spiritual Health Association (SHA) stands at a pivotal moment as imminent funding cuts pose a threat to the quality and…
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A Crucial Moment for Australian Healthcare: The Drive for Nationwide Consistency in Spiritual Care
Spiritual Health Association (SHA) calls for national attention to address the growing concern of inconsistent and unsustainable spiritual care across…
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Mercy Hospital for Women – A National Model pilot site
Mary Klasen, Pastoral Care Manager at Mercy Hospital for Women, says: “[This] project enables the REVIEW of current MHW pastoral…
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September eNews – Wisdom From Nature
Inosculate (verb): to “come together or open into each other”. How can we come together and open into each other…
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What is Spirituality to me in 2023? – Maria Dimopoulos
SHLEAC Committee Member, Maria Dimopoulos offers a reflection to us this month.
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Grampians Health Ballarat – A National Model pilot site
Paul Ryan, Spiritual Care Coordinator, and Simone Noelker, Wellness Centre and Pastoral Care Manager at Grampians Health Ballarat, remark that…
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August eNews – Connection Matters
By recognising the spiritual dimension of human experience, policymakers and practitioners can create more compassionate, resilient, and inclusive solutions that…
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BASS COAST HEALTH – A NATIONAL MODEL PILOT SITE
Wendy Elson, Spiritual Care Coordinator at Bass Coast Health, shares: “We are delighted to be able to join with SHA…
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Spiritual Insights into Loneliness
SHA’s Response to the State of the Nation Report on Loneliness and Connection.