Spirituality and Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy Support

Sometimes things happen in life and we feel like our world has been turned upside down.

At times like this it can be good to talk with someone who will explore these things with you and listen without judgement.

Members of the Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy team have time to listen, and during times of uncertainty and trauma we are here to provide support to you and your family or carers.

What support can we provide?

We are here to listen and offer confidential, respectful, compassionate support to people of all faiths and beliefs, as well as those who do not have a particular religious belief.

We can support you and your loved ones if you are adjusting emotionally or spiritually to illness, searching for meaning and purpose in difficult times, or preparing for loss and bereavement.

You can explore with us the things that are important to you and your loved ones. This may include considering spiritual resources such as mindfulness, poetry, music, engagement with the natural world, religious texts and objects, prayers etc., which can support you in times of rehabilitation and change.

Why not contact us?

We are at the hospital on Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, and available for urgent matters 24/7. You can contact us in the following ways:

·         if urgent call the switchboard (01473 712233) and ask for the on-call chaplain

·         if non-urgent phone 01473 704100 or email: chaplaincy@esneft.nhs.uk

If you are in Ipswich Hospital why not drop in to see us at the Chaplaincy Centre or visit the Chapel which is set aside as a quiet, reflective space for everyone.

The chaplaincy team is here for everyone, regardless of age, disability, race, social background, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.