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If so, how does Pine
Rest integrate the two, especially in light of the time constraints
placed
on patient
care?
We posed these
questions
to a
panel of Pine Rest’s board and staff.
Pine Rest Mission Statement
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is called to express the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ by providing behavioral health services with
professional excellence, Christian integrity and compassion.
Is there a connection between someone’s faith and behavioral
health?
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I do believe there is a connection. When one aspect of life is
out of balance, the other areas are affected. If we are not feeling
good about ourselves, our bodies may not function properly. Then,
our spirit can feel low and disheartened.
Monica Smith, RN, BSN
Pine Rest Adult Unit Lead Nurse
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I believe there is a connection between a person’s faith and
behavioral health. It is something in the human spirit that resonates
with God’s presence. Each person is created in God’s image.
Sometimes people lose sight of that image. Helping a person rediscover
it is a healing ministry.
Rev. Carl Kammeraad
Pine Rest Board Member
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How can integrating faith with behavioral health care help with patient
care?
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I think a person’s belief system or faith can be used as a
strength, as a way of sustaining and supporting some of the biological,
physical, and therapeutic modalities of treatment. It builds on
the individual’s resources, helps patients cope more effectively
with issues, and promotes wellness and better integration of the
mind, body, and spirit.
Ruth Davis, RNC, BSN
HBS Administration
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Faith can definitely influence someone’s behavioral health.
It can provide a sense of hope in the midst of chaos. Spirituality
is at the core of what gives people life. When a patient is on the
inpatient unit for only a few days, you have to look for a model
of care that reaches the “soul.”
Daniel J. Kelly, MA, Chaplain
Pine Rest Mulder West Unit and
Psychiatric Medical Unit
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What are some of the ways Pine Rest integrates faith into the delivery
of behavioral health care?
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When working with the residents of Pine Rest Christian Homes, the
question becomes how do you minister to them spiritually? To ignore
their spiritual needs would be contrary to Pine Rest’s mission.
Each Sunday, we hold musical worship services for residents in the
Chapel. In addition, the chaplain comes by the homes with her guitar
to minister and build relationships through song. The residents
really enjoy this spiritual music therapy. It helps them on a social,
behavioral, and spiritual level.
Keith Van Zoeren, MA
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