Calvary Reformed Church
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Reaching the Disconnected, Growing the Connected, Sending the Disciples...

Parish Nursing

The Parish Nurse ministry objectives are to encourage and support the people of our congregation to optimize their health as an acknowledgment of Christian responsibility to be stewards of one’s being. The ministry emphasizes holistic wellness, the harmony of mind, body, and spirit. The Parish Nurse serves as an educator, a resource, an advocate, a consultant, and a facilitator.

 


DBSA: HOPE Group, Depresion/Bi Polar Support Group:

Our "HOPE" Group is a faith based support group for family, friends, and those who suffer with depression or bipolar disorders. We offer discussion support sessions, education, library resources and caring company. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Carol at 599-4294 or dbsa@calvaryripon.org
Tuesdays, 6:30pm
Fireside Room
 

Support Groups: Grief Share
Grief Recovery Support Group - "A Journey From Mourning to Joy". If you have lost someone close to you, please consider joining our 13 week grief support group that helps those who are hurting.
  • Weekly sessions on Saturday, Jan. 7 - Mar. 31
  • 9:30am - 11:00am
  • Fireside Room
  • Facilitator: Carol Farrell & Susan Maynard
Call or email us for more information. Carol Farrell, Parish Nurse: carol@calvaryripon.org or (209) 599-4294.
 

  Typical Parish Nurse Activities

·        Client & Family support with health decisions

·        Monitoring of post-hospitalization recovery

·        Visitation offering presence & prayers during times of distress

·        Blood Pressure screenings

·        Accompaniment to a doctor’s office visit

·        Identity of possible Health Care Providers

·        Assist with decisions regarding insurance options

·        Referrals to other care resources

·        Promotion of formal programs related to safety and/or health

·        Clarifying doctor’s instructions or lab test results

·        Encouraging healthy living through monthly articles and bulletin board displays

 Contact our Parish Nurse, Carol Farrell, at carol@calvaryripon.org