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‘We want this to be able to continue’: Successful home hospital programs could be victims of D.C. gridlock

Paula Ward’s phone rang at 2:08 a.m., waking her up on the couch in her apartment in South Boston. It was her nurse. Ward’s oxygen levels had dropped, the nurse said, explaining the early morning call. She asked Ward to clamp a small device to the end of her finger to check her oxygen saturation, or percentage of oxygen in her blood.
‘We want this to be able to continue’: Successful home hospital programs could be victims of D.C. gridlock







Spiritual and Pastoral Services at Harrington

Southbridge Campus

Spiritual and Pastoral Services

Chaplains are integral members of the health care team dedicated to caring for the whole person. Our chaplains offer spiritual support, sacramental ministry, sharing of sacred texts, consultation regarding ethical decision making and a listening presence during a patient’s hospital stay. Your own clergy or spiritual leader is also encouraged to visit with you.

Chapel

An Christian chapel is located on the second floor of the Southbridge campus and available 24 hours per day for prayer, meditation and private consultations with clergy. If you would...