Lindsy Desmet, Jessie Dezutter, Anne Vandenhoeck, Annemie Dillen
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Abstract
This qualitative study explores how geriatric inpatients (n = 103) experience a one-on-one chaplaincy visit. Although some patients expressed neutral or negative feelings about the chaplaincy visit, the large majority spoke in a very positive way about the chaplain's care. Using thematic analysis, we identified four main themes characterizing patients' experiences with chaplaincy visits. (1) Patients experienced the chaplaincy visit as a place to tell personal stories and express their religious beliefs. (2) They had a safe and trusting relationship with the chaplain. (3) The interaction with the chaplain brought new perspectives. (4) After the visit, they felt satisfied, relieved, peaceful, and strong. This study demonstrates that the experiences of geriatric patients contribute to a better understanding of the value of chaplaincy care. Integrating patients' perspectives on chaplaincy care is recommended, both in future research and healthcare chaplaincy.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Health Care Chaplaincy publishes peer-reviewed, scholarly articles based on original research, quality assurance/improvement studies, descriptions of programs and interventions, program/intervention evaluations, and literature reviews on topics pertinent to pastoral/spiritual care, clinical pastoral education, chaplaincy, and spirituality in relation to physical and mental health.